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1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake

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Dining
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage 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 can be 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

Diane Giesau

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Well behaved pets welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Map
ontonagon, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Superior Trail - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mirror Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Presque Isle River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ontonagon Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital and Clinic - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Syl's Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Connie's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Stubb's Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sip N Snack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Roxey's - ‬7 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 23 kg 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake located?

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

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1932 Charming Cottage at the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage with character

A nice home with character. Clean and had everything we needed. Easy access to Lake Superior and snowmobile trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home in a great location!

Nice, cozy home in a great location - just a short walk to the beach and to town. I recommend this home if you are staying in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home base for our trip.

Great cottage with everything we needed. Plenty of room for our family of 4. Fully stocked kitchen! Counter is a little short, but it added to the charm. Nice mix of original woodwork and remodeled upstairs. Very clean and well maintained. We were gone during the day but came back to find the snow plowed from the driveway. Enjoyed family dinners around the table and comfy beds. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

The cottage was great! We loved the backyard as well the fact Lake Superior was just a few steps away!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Area & Perfect Accommodations

The house worked so well for our family! Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

The property was very nice! Beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House

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

10/10 Excellent

Alena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Alena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Eva E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Enjoyed our stay here. Great location and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ontonagon Gem

Older cottage but cute and well kept. Good for families as separate bedrooms and bathrooms are private. Good location, within easy walking distance to downtown. Close to Porcupine Mountain State Park. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shad s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf trip

Perfect spot next to beach, glad we stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

Was a great getaway with some friends. Had a great stay, would do again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach

Relaxing Adventure
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage steps from the beach of Lake Superior

This cottage was great, Ontoagon is a cute little town and the proximity to the beach was great. First time in the UP and would recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation at the lake.

Location was good. close to the beach and town. Nice walkable area. I would stay there again if I were to vacation in that area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome F., New Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

close to snowmobile trail

Good location .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan and Sheree K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

So close to everything!

Very clean and cozy for family. Great firepit in backyard, and a new deck to enjoy morning coffee... but you might want to take a very short walk to the Lake Superior sandy beach to have your coffee at sunrise or cocktail at sunset. Perfect home base for our exploration of 24 waterfalls!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This was long way to travel but we knew it would be worth it and it was. Bonfire location in the yard was our meeting place, we brought our own wood but excellent wood was provided and a very pleasant surprise. Beds were comfortable, lots to do in the area, wildlife was a pleasure to wake up to. The best fishing, hiking and rockhounding we won't forgot anytime soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cottage

The house was very clean , comfortable and pet friendly. It is located on Lake Superior and within walking distance of downtown Ontonagon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Michel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Adorable cottage! Love the updated bathroom in the upstairs. Only one suggestion: the key to the front door basically doesn't work because it's worn. We left it unlocked and only used the entry door since it was a code lock and easy to use:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location, great hospitality!

We really enjoyed our stay in Ontonagon! The hosts were easy to contact and so thoughtful--when we arrived there was a bottle of wine and snacks waiting for us! The house is charming and unique and the beds are very comfortable. Best of all, Lake Superior is so close, just a short path through the trees directly behind the house and with a lovely sandy beach. We really enjoyed our time here and would visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and clean

This was a good location to explore the Porcupine Mountains from. There were alot of pans and appliances to use. We appreciated being able to bring our dogs and they liked the beach. The upstairs bathroom was nice. It is an older home with original woodwork but could use some updating. some updating some updatbathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024