Title: The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location! 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 # The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location! Family-friendly cottage in Manistee ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157500/106157414/2af3a7fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157500/106157414/53722012.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157500/106157414/f5e1605f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157500/106157414/35ecac49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106157500/106157414/b96f3b4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Lake Michigan is just across the street from this A frame cottage, nestled in a forest of tall trees. Enjoy beautiful wooded views from the front or back deck, take a short trip to sandy beaches, and explore 140 acres of hiking trails right out your door. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location! This newly remodeled A frame is nestled in a forest of beautiful tall trees, making you feel like you are staying in a cozy tree house! Located across the street from breathtaking Lake Michigan, the cottage is just a short trip to beautiful sandy beaches and has 140 acres of wooded hiking trails just out the back door! You’ll have everything you need to make this vacation the best one yet! The perfect location for your summer vacation or fall color tour! Walk along the beach to find sea glass, play a game of volleyball, jump in the waves, or relax and watch the sunset. This beautiful location truly has it all! Nearby golf, coastal helicopter tours, and only a 10 minute drive to beautiful downtown Manistee- you will have everything you need for all your adventure needs! 140 acres of wooded association trails sit right behind this amazing location. Relax, explore, and enjoy the great out doors! Catching frogs in the creek behind the cottage is a must for any kiddos who love the outdoors! The cottage has been updated and has all your basic needs. Main floor bed room has a custom made beautiful queen bed. Loft upstairs has two comfy twin beds. The perfect space for kids or teens! The living room has a full size mattress seating area as well as a couch that converts to a full size bed. Plenty of room to set up an air mattress for any additional sleeping needs! Enjoy the front or back deck with beautiful wooded views and plenty of seating- including an outdoor patio set. Grill, enjoy a fire, or roast marshmallows in the fire pit on the back deck. New furniture, TV, bedding, towels, and kitchenware- enjoy this functional and cozy retreat with your family! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Kayak - Tennis - Golfing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67630000/67628700/67628620/4064a9e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Michigan Cottage w/ 265 ft of Private Beachfront! 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15 Long-term renters welcome 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. ## 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%7C44.18804%2C-86.37925&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UiwpEmd8bTFF_QK80ZLHelpsnOU=) Manistee, MI #### What's nearby - Magoon Creek Nature Area - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles - Little River Casino - 20 min drive - 13.4 miles - Ludington Waterfront Park - 31 min drive - 29.1 miles - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 42 min drive - 32.9 miles - Crystal Mountain - 52 min drive - 42.3 miles #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬15 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive - ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Salty Heifer - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location! pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The ‘A’mazing Escape! Beaches, hiking trails, & great fall color tour location! located? > This family-friendly Manistee cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Magoon Creek Nature Area and Huron-Manistee National Forest. First Street Beach and Tainer Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? 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