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1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
ontonagon, MI
  • Popular LocationLake Superior Trail6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMirror Lake6 min walk
  • Popular LocationOntonagon Lighthouse5 min drive
  • AirportHancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)70 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.

1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake

ATV or snowmobile from the driveway to trails 4 blocks away. LOCATION! LOCATION! Street dead ends in front of the house and becomes short pathway to one of the largest sandy beaches of Lake Superior. 1932 cottage has been restored and renovated including 28 new blinds and a newly carpeted upstairs 400 sq ft open living and sleeping area with new bathroom overlooking the habitat of trees that separate the house from the big Lake. The 1932 hardwood maple floors have been restored on main floor and bathroom has been renovated but original tub with shower remains. Adjacent bedroom has sliding glass doors to a small patio overlooking the side yard firepit and peekaboo lake views. The front porch with 12 windows and front door separate entrance is used as the 3rd bedroom. Relax on the down filled sofa and pull out memory foam queen mattress and have breakfast on the 4 top table with the morning sun. Everyone's favorite room in the house. Dining room table comfortably seats 8 and plenty of dishware in china cabinets. Enjoy the large new rear deck and step down and build a fire in the side yard firepit while you barbeque or make a fire on the beach while watching the sunset. Stay up late and you may see the Northern Lights. 125 foot driveway that ends at alley for alternate exit, plenty of room to park cars, trucks, ATVs and snowmobiles, direct access to trails from the house. Walk on the beach or drive to Township Park one mile away. Take a 5 minute stroll to Main Street (River Street) and stop at famous Syl's cafe, Krist gas station/minimart, shops, Stubbs Museum bar, etc. Ontonagon River is 4 blocks away where you can fish, kayak, rent a pontoon or boat. Waterfalls are nearby and the largest state park the Porcupine Mountains including the Lake of the Clouds where fall colors are spectacular is a 25 minute drive. Lake of the Clouds was featured on September 24, 2022 when USA Today announced the Upper Peninsula of Michigan as the 2022 1st Best Destination for Fall Foliage in the US. In the winter, take advantage of lake effect snowfall. Why trailer your snowmobile when you can sled to the trails from a 125' driveway. Location! Location! Ski the Porkies 20 minutes away.

Property manager

Lisa & Greg

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Well behaved pets welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: Be respectful of neighbors
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

About the neighborhood

Ontonagon

Located in Ontonagon, this cottage is in the city center and on the beach. Lake Superior Trail and Beaver Creek Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Lake Superior Trail - 6 min walk
  • Mirror Lake - 6 min walk
  • Presque Isle River - 6 min walk
  • Beaver Creek Trail - 6 min walk
  • Ontonagon Lighthouse - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Syl's Cafe - Houghton - 4 min walk
  • Stubb's Bar - 7 min walk
  • Roxey's - 7 min walk
  • Connie's - 10 min walk
  • Sip N Snack - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at 1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake located?

Located in Ontonagon, this beachfront cottage is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Superior, Mirror Lake, and Presque Isle River. Lake Superior Trail and Beaver Creek Trail are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah R T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming but a few snags
Very cute & clean property with GREAT walking access to Lake Superior. Only snags were ants in food cupboard and leaking ceiling in main floor bathroom. Notified property mgr of both issues and they apologized, offered to remedy the ant problem immediately and ultimately refunded part of our stay. Would definitely stay here again if the snags were fixed. Property mgr very easy to access & work with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally M., Columbia, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s all about location!
This older house is just a short walk from beautiful Lake Superior. The air is crisp, clean and there is no better healing for your soul than to breathe deep and experience it’s calming presence. Host furnishes everything for a comfy stay, nice towels, soaps, paper products, firewood for beach campfire, even camp/bag chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped, I even found a rolling pin. The tri-clad bottom stainless pans are new…NOT scratched up teflon. There’s a brand new deck for relaxing on. The dining room table was huge enough for the four of us to work the 1000 piece jig saw puzzle and still eat dinner. The local IGA does sell fresh, locally caught Whitefish and lake trout, if you can’t catch your own. 😋 The lighthouse tour was well worth the $5, there are two stores selling locally made gifts and a nice rock shop. And we learned, you can find the fluorescing sodalite (Yooperlites) on the rocky beaches near Ontonagon. The folks in Grand Marais, MI say they are exclusive to their beach, ha ha. We hope to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
The property is very cute. Two bedrooms, two baths. Near Lake Superior. Because it was during the off season we had the whole beach to ourselves to let the dogs run and run. Our stay was too short. Would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
This is our second time staying here and once again we loved it and enjoyed our time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommend!
We loved staying here and would definitely stay again! The place is very cozy and has all you could need!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend in Ontonagon
Great little cottage close to the lake and the main drag of Ontonagon. Easy check-in/check-out. Worked great as a base for a short weekend exploring western UP.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
Nice place to stay in a lovely town. Beach access is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Nice short walk to beach. Wonder if the beds aren’t Full instead of Queen. Loved the porch for playing cards at night. Well stocked kitchen with condiments.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Nice house. Well filled with prety much anything you would need for a stay. Very serene property. Beautifully beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023