Title: New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan! 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 # New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan! ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101039300/101039289/73e68e14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101039300/101039289/cf3bb2e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101039300/101039289/2accd3a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101039300/101039289/21b434e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101039300/101039289/5be93b14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Blue Water Retreat, nestled on 11 acres of wooded tranquility with a private Lake Michigan beach. Roast marshmallows under the stars, enjoy quality time in the open-concept living area, and unwind with games in the lower-level family room or by the cozy fire pit. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan! Welcome to Blue Water Retreat! Imagine making memories with your family and friends in a quiet, secluded setting, with a peaceful stroll along 300 ft of your own private, pristine Lake Michigan beach front. Share campfire stories as you roast marshmallows under an open starry night sky. Bask in the seclusion of a woodland paradise, while relishing in quality time with those you hold most dear. Beautiful family get-away perfectly set on approximately 11 acres of wooded peace and quiet with the added bonus of 300’ of pristine Lake Michigan beach. Nicely situated approximately 1 mile off the main road on a winding private drive of pines and hardwoods. The upstairs has an open concept living area with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Family room has a new 74” smart tv. Kitchen has a dish washer and is nicely stocked. House has heat and air conditioning along with a gas fireplace. The lower level family room also has a 74” smart tv. Game room area has a pool table and plenty of board games, puzzles, cards and books to keep all ages busy on those rainy days! There is a bedroom with a queen size bed plus a double size bunk bed located on this level. A new Queen size sleeper sofa will accommodate 2 more guests. There is also a full bathroom on the lower level. This lower level has a walk out to the beach and a cozy fire pit . We have a pack n play with memory foam mattress and high chair for any little ones. All towels, bedding and pillows included. A washer and dryer is located on the main level. House will accommodate 10-12 people. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Kayak - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## 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%7C45.83546%2C-86.35182&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eSW4KIRnrY6rl-K_jDXOfeDbu1I=) Manistique, MI #### What's nearby - Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital - 24 min drive - 13.1 miles - Manistique Boardwalk - 27 min drive - 15.3 miles - Indian Lake State Park - 28 min drive - 13.1 miles - Manistique Lighthouse - 31 min drive - 15.5 miles - Palms Book State Park - 37 min drive - 18.7 miles #### Getting around - Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 60 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan! located? > This family-friendly Manistique holiday home is located on a lake, 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Manistique Boardwalk and Hiawatha National Forest. Indian Lake State Park and Halfway Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## New Listing. Family-friendly home, private sandy beach on Lake Michigan! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki M. 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach resort !! What a wonderful stay we had ! This is our second year staying here and it hasn’t disappointed. ##### Nicki M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole M. 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Getaway What a beautiful and family friendly vacation home! It definitely exceeded our expectations!! Clean, well equipped from the kitchen , to the bathrooms and the bedrooms. Super easy check in and check out process as well. Looking forward to staying here again in the future !! ##### Nicole M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shannon K. 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great house! Loved our time here. Such a beautiful stay right on northern lake michigan. An hour from picture rock lake shore and 1.5 hrs from ferri to maxkinac island. ##### Shannon K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherryann K. 7 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Retreat What a wonderful property! The property is right on the beach and very secluded. We watched the beautiful sunrises every morning. Everything you need is here. We love the area and enjoyed the near by day trips to Pictured Rocks, Mackinac Island and Kitch-iti-kipi. We would definitely recommend this property. ##### Sherryann K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John R. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Unplug Host was very prompt with responding. The morning sunrises by the lake shore were beautiful and the peacefulness was greatly appreciated. This is a fantastic place to get away from busy schedules and unwind. We would definitely return in the future. ##### John R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug P. 18 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Lake Michigan Diamond! Sandy Beach, kayaking, Spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The view of Lake Michigan is amazing. The home is beautiful, clean and spacious. You can’t beat it. Everyone had a fantastic time! This is a fantastic vacation getaway! Thank you Joni! ##### Doug P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie K. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Beach Before I arrived, Joni answered all of my questions within minutes. All of the appliances and outdoor grill are new and high quality. The beach is beautiful and easy to play in or just walk. The house is very secluded. The internet is fast! Television has lots of options. It is everything we expected! ##### Valerie K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy B. 9 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly a Gem on Lake Michigan This beautiful home has so much to offer. Incredible expansive sandy beach, quiet wooded property with lovely landscaping, beautiful sunrises, kayaking, and is loaded with amenities, We enjoyed bonfires every night while watching the sunset over Lake Michigan, witnessed a bald eagle soar over the beach, saw a spectacular full double rainbow over the lake after a rainstorm, and countless deer in the area. The property is so beautiful, I was able to capture so many wonderful senior pictures for my HS senior. The home was clean, kitchen fully stocked, and all bathroom / laundry / kitchen essentials were provided. The host was very courteous and responded quickly to messages. I can't wait to return to this gem! ##### Sandy B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne F. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular Living Seven sisters gathered once again to celebrate each other. This place was absolutely spectacular. We loved the indoor space and were wowed by the beauty of the beach. We are grateful to have the ability to enjoy each other's company surrounded by such natural beauty. ##### Anne F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex H. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lake front in UP The property is gorgeous with a stunning view of the lake. The host has all accommodations: kayaks, life jackets, beach toys, beach chairs, etc. the host was very prompt with all questions. We loved staying at this property and our 7 and 5 year old boys loved it too. ##### Alex H. 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