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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 884 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Montague, MI
  • Stony Lake
  • Electric Forest
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)

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About the area

Montague

With a stay at this cottage in Montague, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Lake Michigan. .This beach cottage is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Silver Lake State Park and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Electric Forest - 21 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - 22 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Gold Rush Water Park - 22 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 32 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artists Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Shooters @ Back Forty Ranch (Double JJ Resort) - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rothbury Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Behind The Barn Concessions - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Ricos Tamales - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES

MONTAGUE/WHITEHALL COTTAGE, BEAUTIFUL VIEW AVAILABLE ON SCENIC LAKE MICHIGAN

CAREFREE RENTAL GUARANTEE INSURANCE THROUGH VRBO

Vacation in Montague - Whitehall, MI overlooking scenic Lake Michigan! This cottage is furnished and has 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. It is located within Big Flower Creek Association (34 acre wildlife sanctuary) on 76' of private sandy beach. It has lots of deck and porch space to sit out and enjoy the sun and view. Available weekly or longer year-round. It also has access to Big Flower Creek for canoeing, fishing kayaking, trout fishing, and/or hunting. Miles away from West Shore Snowmobile trail. For more information, specific directions, pictures, or a video of the entire property setting, please send an inquiry.

*Guests provides their own sheets, pillow cases, towels and toiletries. Full kitchen equipment is provide but you will need to bring bathroom and kitchen sundries. (example additional trash bags, bath tissue, paper towel, or dish soap ETC. ETC.)
NO BEACH OR BONFIRES WITHOUT OWNERS PERMISSION AND DIRECTION AND APPROVAL AT THIS PROPERTY!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALL WHEEL OR 4 WHEEL DRIVE FOR WINTER MONTHS ALONG THE LAKE MICHIGAN SHORELINE! IT IS GOOD ALSO FOR THE SUMMER MONTHS FOR SILVER LAKE SAND DUNES.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and an electric kettle.
Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this cottage, which also features a water park.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed inside. Outside Only.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Always adult supervision

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHFRONT! PRIVATE BEACHFRONT! DISCOUNTED SEASONAL RATES Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jim J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
There were mice and flies in the cottage. The bathroom and toilet smelled of urine even after a deep clean by the tenant. The toilet obviously has a leak that needs to be repaired.The cottage was listed as having central air conditioning. It does not. I does have a mobile AC unit that is unvented and pours the hot air right back in to room.The shower is the smallest shower I have ever seen. For every shower you will hit the three walls. Coffinesque would describe it best.I will never stay here again---luxury prices, ghetto accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was clean and peaceful.Witnessed several deer and baby deer. Mike gave very clear instructions to get into cabin. Enjoyed the stay very much!
Deer playing in water on beach down from cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property and property manager, beds not great

Amazing stay overall. Mike was a great host and helped us with sheets and towels since we came from out of state. The deck was amazingly close to the water.The cabin was charmingly rustic, as were the mattresses :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing view! Beware lots of stairs though

We had an amazing time at this property! The view is breathtaking & there was LOTS of beach this year.  Kids loved swimming & the sunsets.  The house has new siding & a new deck on the other side w/ new stairs, which was not shown in the pictures. The new deck is fantastic! Just be aware that there are about 48 steps from the deck to the beach. It was tiring to carry our infant child, but the kids managed just fine. There are also about 20 steps leading from the car to the house, which, to be honest, was tough while carrying all our things, especially all that small children require. It might be difficult for those with young families that pack more or for people with physical limitations. The listing mentioned A/C, but there wasn't anything upon arrival. We did find a portable A/C in the closet, & when I asked the owner about it, he said it worked and we could install it. The install was easy, but it would have been nice if it was already taken care of. We were mostly concerned for our infant daughter not to overheat while sleeping. There was an ant problem in the kitchen.  There were ant traps, but they didn't do anything.  We cleaned up everything immediately & kept our food in an airtight container that we brought.  It was a little hard with little kids, but we will definitely return in a couple years! 
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Paradise

Sitting in the cabin or on the deck you experience the stunning view of Lake Michigan with all of it's continually changing glory! Peaceful, serene, quiet, and remote on this lovely association property with lots and lots of nature surrounding you - yet you are 15-20 minutes from the store. And oh my, the sunsets... If you like to cook, it's all here. If you like walking the beach, it's lovely! If you like to relax, you've come to the right place! If you like solitude (my trip was on the shoulder season) this cabin won't dissapoint! If you are looking for fancy and brand new, you won't find it. This is a lovely comfy place. If stairs are an issue, there are stairs to get to the cabin and to the beach. If dirt roads are an issue, you are going to drive on one. Like a previous review, wise to arrive before sundown as a first timer! The owner, Mike is responsive, communicative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cottage Getaway

This cottage was great for our mid-winter weekend getaway. It is remotely located on Lake Michigan. We were glad it was not snowy as the road would have been a challenge, but we loved the location. The cottage was clean and cozy and Mike was great with communication. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing week away

The cabin is clean, warm, and pleasant, and the views of Lake Michigan out of just about every window are medicine for the spirit. My trip was in the winter and it offered just the solitude and quiet I was needing. I will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful & Beautiful

If one seeks physical beauty, sweeping views, and a very friendly, cooperative host, it will be difficult not to really enjoy this spot. Now, are there more upscale properties? Of course. But this has all one actually needs for essential comfort: decks, endless beach, small but fully functional kitchen, cable/sat. tv, tons of greenery. And then there’s the expansive view of what for all intents and purposes is an inland ocean. This isn’t luxurious. But it does boast ample qualities that add up to wonderful, satisfying vacations. Ours was precisely that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

nanette c., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure Michigan

A wonderful, beautiful spot on Lake Michigan. The cottage is clean , and Mike makes check in very easy . The beds are comfortable, and there are plenty of pots and pans . Lots of fresh produce to be found in the area. Lake Michigan never disappoints and the sunsets were beautiful ! We were the only people on the beach . A perfect getaway, and a perfect place to stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Cottage

The beach was beautiful as always. Easy check in and out process. Quiet and serene
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Lake Stay

Cool but comfortable, water was chilly because of two days of rain but enough sunshine for beach activities. We also rented ski boat on Silver Lake and canoed on white River. Gorgeous beach and view despite cramped quarters. We all had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serenity and Relaxation

Another summer, another relaxing stay on the best lake in the world.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness

smoky lake michigan

Best beach and view, challenging inconvenient location and access. Average accommodations. Weather conditions the last week of June less than favorable and quite a bit of smoke in the air from forest fires in Canada. Despite the environmental conditions we had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible View

The view from the patio and the sunsets were spectacular. The stairs ( 30 )to enjoy the view were not for the "faint of heart", especially for people in their seventies or anyone with handicaps.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view and lovely little cottage

Beautiful view and lovely little cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

Spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

mary h.

Montague Visit

Loved the cottage. Very clean and well kept. Spectacular views. Property manager was so helpful and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful hidden spot by the Lake

If you love tranquility and an incredible view, this is the spot. Property manager great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marat P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

Very nice place, right on the beach. The house sits on a dune. Best to check in while it's light out, otherwise it's easy to miss the several turns from US-31. Beds comfy, kitchen fully stocked, everything was clean. (Keep in mind that you must bring your own bedding, towels, etc.). There were clear instructions for check in and good communication with the host. The neighborhood was very quiet and safe, the view was spectacular. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Victoria F.

Lakefront Cottage

First of all- the location, view and beach are stunning. Absolutely beautiful and so quiet and peaceful. The new deck and stairs are very nice and the water level has gone down so there was lots of sandy beach. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars is because it wasn’t very clean. I totally understand it’s a cottage in a remote area and my expectations and standard were not high. I’ve stayed in cottages my whole life and understand they get sandy and aren’t going to be spotless. However- a basic cleaning should still be able to get main areas decently clean. There were muddy footprints in the shower which I wiped off easily with just paper towel. When I was setting up my daughters pack n play there were chunks of food on the carpet in the bedroom and the bathroom sink wasn’t clean either. The house itself has so much potential to be exceptional it just could use some love and general repair. Overall nothing that would keep me from coming again- but I didn’t think it fair to give 5 stars. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect as always!

This is my fifth time renting this property, and every time has been fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devon F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and great times!

Beautiful views, relaxing deck and comfy cottage!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

Great location and cottage for a beach getaway with kids! The beach was great, and close to the dunes and Michigan Adventure! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022