Title: Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake 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 # Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake Family-friendly cottage in McMillan ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100350000/100344600/100344560/e474e887.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100350000/100344600/100344560/a41149e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100350000/100344600/100344560/56d14e3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100350000/100344600/100344560/09fa0922.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100350000/100344600/100344560/7a42b838.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on nearly 300 feet of lake frontage, The Bluffs at Helmer Bay offers a serene lakeside retreat. Unwind in the luxury kitchen, relax by the smart TV or enjoy westerly winds off the lake on the spacious deck. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake Welcome to the Bluffs at Helmer Bay. Sitting on nearly 300 feet of lake frontage and a one acre yard, this completely renovated 1903 log cabin brings you back in time. It has two bedrooms that comfortably sleep 5, one bath with washer/dryer, luxury kitchen with modern appliances, and seating for 6 at the dining table. Relax in front of the 43 inch smart TV as you settle in after a long day of snowmobiling. Enjoy the westerly winds off the lake on the large deck after a day of swimming or pontooning. With direct access to big Manistique lake, a 10,000 acre freshwater sanctuary, you will certainly find serenity during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Step to reach entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57580000/57575600/57575555/e2b43a5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute As A Bug Cottage On The Shores of Big Manistique Lake McMillan - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 125 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=57575555&PinnedHotelID=57575555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99983200/99983122/421c840a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakehouse Dream, on Big Manistique Lake Germfask/Curtis Mich.Centrally located. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 ## About the area McMillan is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Seney National Wildlife Refuge and South Manistique Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Newberry Country Club. [Visit our McMillan travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McMillan.dx183376) [View more Cottages in McMillan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McMillan-Cottages.d183376-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=46.25406,-85.723206&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DziyG%60yejO%3FW%3FU%3FW%40U%3FU%40U%40W%40U%40UBU%40W%40UBUBUBUBUBSDUBUDUDSBUDUDSFSDUFSDSFSFSFQFSFQFSHSHQFQHQHOHSHOHOHQJOHQJMHOLMHOJOJMLKJOJKJMLKJMLKLIJMLILILKLILGLINILGLILGNELENGLENELENENCLCNENCNALCNANANANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNDNBLBNDNDLDNDLFNDLDLHLFNFLHLHLFLHLJLHLHLLJHLJLLJJLLJLJLJJJLJNJNJLJNHNJNHNHPHNJNHRHNFPHPFPHRFRFPFRHPDRFRFRDRFTDRDRDTDTBRDTDTBTBRBTBTBTBTBT%40V%40T%40T%40T%40V%40T%40T%3FT%40V%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FTAV%3FTATATAVATATATAVCTCTCTCTCTCRCTETETCRETETERERGTERGRGRERIPGRGRGPIRGPIPGPINIRKNINIPINKNINKNKLKNKNKLKJKLKLMLKJMLMJKHMLMHMHMJMHMFMHMHOFMFMHMDODMFODMDODODMBOBODOBM%40OBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOEMCOCOEMEOEMEOGMEOEMGMIMGOIMIMGMIMKMIMIKMMIMKKMMKKMKKKOMKKMKOIOMMIOKMIQKOIQIOIOISIOIQGQIQISGQGSGSGQGSGSESGSEUGSESEUCUESEUCUEUCSCUCUCUCUAUAWCUAUAUAWAU%3FUAU%3FW%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ol1A54RHwrSL5FiF6fnbc6zp4-o=) McMillan, MI ### What's nearby - South Manistique Lake - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles - East Lake - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles - Newberry Country Club - 22 min drive - 17.5 miles - Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 28 min drive - 16.6 miles - Oswald's Bear Ranch - 46 min drive - 31.5 miles ### Getting around - Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 86 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Tally Ho - ‬8 min drive - ‪B-Grand Coffee Bar & Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Triangle - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Shipwreck Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪bryants highbanks restaurant and lounge - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Swimming, Snowmobiling, Serenity! Lakefront Cottage on Big Manistique Lake located? > Located in McMillan, this family-friendly cottage is 4.3 mi (7 km) from South Manistique Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of East Lake and Mitten Lake. Kaks Lake and Stuart Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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