House in Gladstone, MI

'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park

'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park

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Great view of Lake Michigan from the front deck
Living room with sleeper sofa, love seat and two chairs
Plenty of seating and great lake view!
Living room offers great view of the lake!
Guitar for campfire fun!

Overview of 'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach view

Check out the area

Gladstone, MI
  • Popular LocationVan Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTerrace Bluff Golf Club4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUpper Peninsula State Fair Grounds9 min drive
  • AirportEscanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Living Room

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park

'Little Bay Getaway' is a great place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan, or to serve as a hub for your adventurous UP getaway vacation. This air conditioned property features front and back decks and a large firepit in the back yard to enjoy the outdoors. Also features a Japanese style bidet for a touch of luxury! Tastefully decorated and well-equipped, this adorable little cottage is ideally located across the street from Van Cleve Park and Little Bay De Noc and is within 5 minutes walk of the following attractions...

* New "Little Bay de Noc Trail" biking trail that follows the shoreline. Trail head is directly across the street from the cottage and we provide two adult and two kids bikes free of charge!
* Gladstone Beach (Rated one of the Top 5 Beaches in Michigan)
* Kids Kingdom Play Area (see link to Pics)
* New Public Fishing Dock complete with lights for night fishing and a fish cleaning station
* Fitness Course
* Skateboard Park
* Scenic Lagoon, Marina, Boat Launch and Gazebo
* See the video in the pictures section for some aerial views of Van Cleve Park across the street from the cottage (borrowed from our sister cottage the Eagle’s Retreat)


Gladstone is also a perfect location for exploring all that the Upper Peninsula has to offer. Within one hour drive you can enjoy...

* Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore
* Fayette Historic State Park
* Big Springs (Kitch-iti-kipi), the largest natural spring in Michigan located in Palms Book State Park
* Sugarloaf Mountain, Presque Isle Park and historic Marquette
* Iron Mountain Iron Mine
* Splash Island Indoor Waterpark (20 min away)
* Dozens of gorgeous waterfalls and walking / biking trails
* The Island Resort and Casino
* Eben Ice Caves
* Miners Castle Rock and the Lake Superior Shoreline
* Hiawatha National Forest
* Numerous golf courses, lighthouses, museums, and more!
* Take a day trip to Mackinac Island, rated the Number 1 Summer Travel destination in America in 2018! The ferry terminal is a 2.5 hour drive from the cottage so a day trip is very manageable.

Little Bay De Noc is the Walleye fishing capital of the world and is home to many major fishing tournaments. In addition to Walleye you can also fish for Salmon, Bass, Trout, Perch, and several other species. Charters are available locally or you can fish from the newly constructed fishing dock which is just a few minutes walk from the cottage.

In the winter months you will find Gladstone to be an ideal place for your skiing, snowboarding, ice fishing, or snowmobiling getaway. Snowmobiles are permitted on Gladstone city streets and local trails connect you to the rest of the Upper Peninsula and beyond. The recently renovated Gladstone Sports Park is perfect for beginner to intermediate downhill skiers and it boasts 3 rope tows, 1 wire, and 1 t-bar. It also has a snowboard run with a regulation half-pipe and an indoor chalet with concessions. The cottage is just 38 miles from the stunning Eben Ice Caves which is becoming one of Michigan's top winter destinations!

There is plenty to do in Gladstone and the surrounding area no matter what the season. Other activities include lighthouse tours, gambling, golf, cross-country skiing, ATV trails, wreck diving, etc. etc. etc. Just let us know what you are interested in and we will try to help you arrange an unforgettable getaway!

The 'Little Bay Getaway' is well-furnished and features both front and back decks to you can chose whether to enjoy the great view of Little Bay de Noc in the front or sit and relax around the firepit in the large wooded back yard. It also features air conditioning which is unusual in this area. Inside you will find a full kitchen and a large master bedroom with a sitting room to enjoy the view. The sitting room has a futon for additional sleeping room and the futon is partitioned from the main bedroom by a curtain. The fold down couch in the living room is very comfortable and is a perfect spot for up to two children to sleep after a long day at the park. The bathroom features a full size shower and a Japanese style bidet seat on the toilet which has proven to be popular with our guests! There is even an acoustic guitar available for guests to use around the fire at night.

Upper Michigan has been named one of the Top 10 Travel Values in the World by Lonely Planet, the only place in the USA to receive this honor. Come up for a visit and discover why!

Keywords: Cottage, Lake Michigan, House, Little Bay de Noc. Lonely Planet's Top 10 Value

Property manager

Ron

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Some toys and movies provided

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Gladstone

This cottage is located in Gladstone. William Bonifas Fine Arts Center and Delta County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Terrace Bluff Golf Club and Pioneer Trail Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Wells Sports Complex and Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 1 min walk
  • Terrace Bluff Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Pioneer Trail Park - 6 min drive
  • Gladstone Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Buck Inn - 6 min drive
  • Freshwater Tavern - 5 min drive
  • Shell - 5 min drive
  • Family Inn The - 8 min drive

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Amenities

5/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Sunshine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place!
This place was perfect for our stay! We had one child and a doggo and we were perfectly located near the park and beach. The home is very well appointed with everything we needed and very homey. The owners detailed everything we would have had questions about during our stay. Thanks so much, we WILL be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nice property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/5 Good

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Our Second Stay
This place suits us well. We have mobility issues so level entry, step-in shower, and washer/dryer in kitchen are helpful. Van Cleve Park is perfect for giving our dog exercise. The "Info" drawer is full of helpful hints for where to eat and what to do. We highly recommend Little Bay Get-a-Way
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gladstone with the Michigan Grands
Cute, comfortable cottage close to our Michigan family. Beautiful weather and lots of fun things to do. Would love to come again, especially when it is so hot at our home in Florida.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect anniversary
My wife and I came up to this beautiful cottage for our 25th wedding anniversary. The property was perfect...check was good...and the communication of the property management was above and beyond. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ron

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Ron is a native 'Yooper' with roots in the Gladstone area. Although he moved away more than two decades ago he and the family make the trek from Fort Wayne, Indiana, to visit several times per year. The U.P. is a perfect place to unwind and take a break from Ron's hectic work schedule which has him traveling all over the world through most of the year. Ron and Katrina have a total of 4 kids who love to spend time in Gladstone as the location is perfect for kids. It is also a very friendly town where you will immediately feel welcome as you explore all that the area has to offer. In their spare time Ron and Katrina love to travel to exotic locations. Ron is a musician and guitar collector while Katrina enjoys puzzles and volunteer work.

Why they chose this property

Ron's mother and grandparents are from Gladstone so he had the benefit of spending a lot of time here as a child. It's a great place to just hang out and enjoy the friendly local people and small town charm. The lifestyle here is very relaxed and the scenery in the area is truly beautiful. The sunsets over the lake are spectacular and you can occasionally even see the Northern Lights! It is the perfect place for a 'Getaway"!

What makes this property unique

The location is great because Van Cleve Park and Little Bay de Noc (Lake Michigan) are just across the street. The park is beautiful and it offers everything from a public beach (where the water is actually quite warm due to the shallow bay) to a kids playland, to a new public fishing dock. Little Bay de Noc is known as one of the best Walleye fishing areas in the country and there are local charters available. In the winter you can enjoy the Gladstone Ski Hill which also offers tubing, and snowmobiles are allowed on city streets to allow easy access to the extensive trail system. Gladstone is a small town with great local restaurants and a charming downtown with local shops. If you visit in the summer you will also appreciate air conditioning which is uncommon in Upper Michigan.

Languages:

English
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