Title: Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape! Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105236500/105236419/2f03d8fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105236500/105236419/002f1168.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105236500/105236419/b254421d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105236500/105236419/dd2f2bd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105236500/105236419/e3d8df5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to NOBLE COTTAGE on Manistee Lake, where the beauty of Northern Michigan surrounds you. Step into the cozy living room and enjoy traditional cable TV + streaming while taking in the serene lake views. The kitchen is perfect for meal prep with a water-view, and just outside awaits a patio ideal for sipping coffee during sunrise. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape! NOBLE COTTAGE on Manistee Lake SLEEPS: 6 (2 inside + 4 in bunk house) BEDROOMS: 1 in main house + 1 in bunkhouse BATHROOMS: 1 in main house LAKE/WATERFRONT: All Sport- YES! Manistee Lake SWIMMING ON PROPERTY: not ideal, murky, though shallow upon entry ,traditional sandy beach, ½ mile- Sands Park Cozy up to Manistee Lake in this quaint, cottage-- ideal for a couple traveling with older children, teens or friends. Manistee Lake captures your attention everywhere you turn. This waters edge property is both comfortable and an easy departure point to explore Northern Michigan. Drive up just feet from the cottage door and easily walk through the front door into the living room. Enjoy the ease of the living room, with traditional cable tv + streaming as you relax at the shoreline. Step right into the kitchen to both prep your meal and enjoy eating with the water-view at all times. This Queen bedroom also enjoys the water view. Being directly across from the bathroom adds to the ease of this cottage. Plus, this unique shower (no tub) gives you a feel of being Up North. The additional bedroom is just ten (10 feet) behind the main cottage. Enjoy the morning sunrise across the lake as you sip your coffee on the patio. While the cottage itself is small, it's heart is big with openness you feel along Manistee Lake. The neighbors are within earshot, so this is a place for a couple, or small family/friend group who enjoy fun on the quieter side. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Air Conditioning: 3 window units (1 for each bedroom (2) + living room/ kitchen) ATV's: YES—No problem—1 trailer (behind yellow house- between split rail fence and grey shed) Animals: squirrels, chipmunks, etc. Bathrooms: 1 bathroom (shower only) in main house Beach/Swimming: While technically possible, the swimming in front of the house is not ideal. It can be mucky. Traditional beach swimming: Sands Park –Playground, sandy Beach and Park (1/2 mile) Nearby on Manistee Lake. Bedroom Configurations:1 bedrooms inside— Main Cottage: 1- Queen (inside, across from the bathroom) Bunkhouse (approx. 10 feet from Main Cottage): 2 Queen Beds (No bathroom in the bunkhouse) Boats: 5 kayaks (1 sit-in and 4 sit-upon) including life jackets (in bin) Boat Launch: Sands Park (no Michigan State Park sticker needed)- 1/2 mile from cottage. Bugs: Mosquitos—While we will be spraying in an attempt to limit the mosquitos, being so close to the water will definitely bring mosquitos, especially at dusk or at night. Please bring your bug spray if you are at all sensitive. Cable: YES! Dish Network (You don't just have to steam here, though that is an option too.) Cell Phone Service: Generally good Coffee Maker: Keurig only (some K-cups are provided, yet please bring your own for the duration of your stay) Distances: Chicago- 323 miles (5 hours) Detroit- 226 miles (3 hours- 18 minutes) Lansing- 167 miles (2 hours- 29 mins) Sands Park (swimming/ boat launch)- 0.5 miles (1 minute) Torch Lake - 39 miles (47 mins) Traverse City- 34 miles (45 minutes) Dock: Shared-- This is a shared dock with the lakehouse next door. You are assigned the left hand side of the dock. You can tie your boat up. Please remember to bring your ropes! We do not have a hoist. Drinking Water: well water Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city. Fireplace: None Fire-pit: While there may be some on the property, please prepare to pick some up along the way, or walk/drive over to Waters Edge Gas and Party Store, right around the corner. Fishing: Great for Walleye, Perch, typical pan fish, Sunfish, Bluegill Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan. Fishing Poles: Bring your own— You can purchase worms at the nearby Waters Edge Gas and Party Store. Golf: Grandview Golf Club (3.8 miles) Timber Wolf Golf Club , on MI-72 ( 5.9 miles) Grill: Propane (back-up in shed) Grocery Store: Mini-Mart walking, Subs and Pizza great! Dollar General- 10 minutes, Kalkaska grocery. Gas Station- ice cream Handicap Friendly: 1 small step to enter. 1 level ranch. Heat: Electric space heaters + baseboard heat Hunting: No hunting on property—Michigan State land within 2 miles. (Cottage closes in September, so no deer or bear hunting.) Internet/WIFI: Spectrum Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels. Parking: 2 cars MAX or 1 trailers/1trucks MAX If you are bringing a trailer, please let us know so make sure we can ensure you have enough space. Pets: not allowed Privacy: Cottages right next door. Snowmobiles: While Michigan weather can be unpredictable, snowmobiling between May and September is unlikely a possibility. Space: Ranch-style cottage with 1 bedroom inside and an additional bunk house behind with 1 bedroom (2 Queen beds). Must be willing to walk 10 feet at at night if anyone may need the bathroom from the bunk-house. Special Features: bunk-house is ideal for teens or when traveling with another couple. While there is not a bathroom in the bunkhouse, it is only a short 10 foot walk to the main cottage. Seniors: many flat surfaces Televisions: 1 TV in living room + 1 in bunk house. The tv in the main house is 50", the one in the bunkhouse is 32". Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay, including 6 beach towels. Washer and Dryer: NO- Pocket Change Laundromat is the closest at 13 minutes (9.7 miles) Wood: Gas station- Waters Edge Gas and Party Store (within view/ easy walk of the cottage) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76547600/76547578/d33fa3ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cabin on Lake Manistee Kalkaska - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=76547578&PinnedHotelID=76547578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57932000/57931973/f12e4ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ALL YEAR ROUND FUN! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 853887 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.76903%2C-85.02205&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LXwWTN-WZ6P79Eo7sghN31JjVO4=) Kalkaska, MI #### What's nearby - Grandview Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles - Twin Birch Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.6 miles - Torch Lake Park - 32 min drive - 26.9 miles - Torch Lake - 34 min drive - 27.6 miles - Turtle Creek Casino - 35 min drive - 29.1 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dingman's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Ole Soul - ‬4 min drive - ‪lost forest lodge - ‬7 min drive - ‪Shirley's In The Woods - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape! pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Noble Cottage :Fall Foliage & Cozy Campfires – Your Autumn Escape! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course. Au Sable River and Schuss Mountain are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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