House in Mancelona, MI

Beautiful lake front setting. Resort areas close. Pontoon boat available to rent

Beautiful lake front setting. Resort areas close. Pontoon boat available to rent

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Front of the cottage-- driveway entrance
View from the back deck
Staggered deck and stairway to the lake . Lights can be turned on at night.
Portion of lake side deck. Generous seating.
Dining area on lakeside deck.

Overview of Beautiful lake front setting. Resort areas close. Pontoon boat available to rent

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Mancelona, MI
  • Popular LocationSchuss Mountain35 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake40 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake Park43 min drive
  • AirportGaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful lake front setting. Resort areas close. Pontoon boat available to rent

Five star rated property. Our cottage is located on Starvation Lake, one of the cleanest lakes in the Midwest. Situated close to the water, yet tucked into the forest. Resort areas of Traverse City, Petoskey and Charlevoix within a 45-minute drive. Golf, casinos and shopping, are all nearby. Go for a swim, or go fishing, or simply relax on the deck and relish the view. No wake restrictions guarantee both quiet evenings and relaxing early morning coffee. Master bedroom has private deck overlooking the lake. The entire lower level is mobility friendly with garage, main floor living, deck, and two bedrooms, all on the same level. Main floor bathroom has a 5 foot walk-in shower. Additional full bathroom upstairs.The outdoor deck wraps around the cottage, has two eating areas and expansive sitting areas. A wide, well lit, multi-level deck and stairway leads down to the dock and small sitting area. Free wireless internet available. At the north side of the lake, there is the popular Hide-Away bar and a gas station next to a party store. Much of the surrounding area is state and federal land with snowmobile and RV trails, as well as hiking trails. Our property is over 14 acres with a private road to Sunset Trail, and convenient area to park trailers or extra vehicles. The area has sandy soil and a lack of standing water which contributes to the fact that there are few biting insects. . No pets, please. Non-smoking only. Over the years, our family has enjoyed many years of fun-filled, relaxing moments at our cottage. It has often served as a sanctuary for us when we needed a "get-away". Check out is Saturday at 9:00am which allows for scheduled cleaning and disinfecting before our next guests arrive. We look forward to your visit and are confident you will enjoy your stay. PLEASE NOTE the following : Our swim area is clean hard sand, however due to extreme high water levels we currently have no dry sand beach. We only accept weekly bookings from Saturday to Saturday in summer months. ATV are allowed with certain restrictions which you must review with the owner before booking.

Property manager

Sam McFarland

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Double-glazed windows
LED lighting (80% minimum)
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Recycling
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mancelona

Located in Mancelona, this cottage is on the beach. Grandview Golf Club and Black Forest Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Otsego Lake State Park and Grass River Natural Area. Schuss Mountain and Otsego County Sportsplex are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Schuss Mountain - 35 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 40 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 43 min drive
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 52 min drive
  • Boyne Mountain - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hide-A-Way Bar - 17 min walk
  • Scenic Windmill Farms Family Dining - 24 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gayle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Escape
My husband and I had a quiet, relaxing fall vacation at the property. The small lake was peaceful, and the surrounding woods provided a great display of fall colors. I especially enjoyed long walks on the property and sitting on the deck observing the lake. The cabin was nice and clean, plenty of space and amenities, and Sam was helpful whenever we had questions or needed advice.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CrookedFinger

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House in the Woods on the Lake
House was very clean and well stocked. Spacious enough for each of my 3 kids to peel off to do some homework in their own spaces, and for the 5 of us to come back together for family meals and play board games. The location was right on the water with great views and felt secluded. However groceries and restaurants were just a short hop away to Mancelona or Kalkaska. We cooked every meal. The host was very accommodating and accessible. Overall, the place was perfect for us for a long Fall weekend. I would recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
We had the most enjoyable week, and the weather was beautiful. A lovely home nestled in a wooded area on a nice lake was just what we wanted, and this property delivered it all. The pontoon boat was a big plus, we spent almost all of our time on it. The owners are very nice and accommodating. You won’t be disappointed with this rental, we highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage on Starvation Lake
My family of 7 vacationed at this cottage on Starvation Lake this summer and we absolutely loved it! It's secluded enough to relax yet close to great places to visit. We loved the lake - It's clean, not super busy, and great to swim in. We also docked at the boat launch and walked over to the general store for ice cream, drinks, and snacks. We vacation up north every summer and we all agreed that this has been our favorite spot! The house was roomy and we had a lot of outdoor area to spread out. I'd highly recommend this for your next up north vacation rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a week in paradise
The property is spectacular with very clean and serene lake and fabulous woods. We loved every minute of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sam McFarland

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We purchased this cottage and the l4 acre parcel of land in l995 when our four children were young. We always enjoyed the family time together and have many fond memories from spending time here at this tranquil spot. We have shared it with family and friends over the years and have enjoyed doing so. We live in Grand Rapids, Michigan and our children, now all adults, live in four different states. However, we still enjoy spending a bit of time here in the summer with their families, including our grandchildren, who seem to love it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Years ago, when we were looking for a cottage to purchase, we immediately were drawn to this quaint place on a quiet lake. We felt it would be the perfect place to spend time with our children, away from our daily routines, and the many distractions that come with day-to-day living. When there, we saw them spend time together, talking, laughing, playing board games, swimming and enjoying each others company. As parents, that was a very important and significant thing that happened whenever we were at the cottage.

What makes this property unique

Very large, shaded deck that wraps around the house. Several seating and dining areas on both sides of the cottage. Beautiful trees all around the area. Lots of windows with great views. Convenient to take walks on the trails and through wooded areas. Well stocked kitchen. Available 24/7 during your stay in case any issues arise that you need support with. Determined to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
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