Lake Michigan is an attractive natural feature with beautiful beaches and watersport opportunities. Take a cruise on the lake and view the Chicago skyline. Milwaukee Art Museum, situated near the lake, features a unique sighting, huge wings, known as Burke Brise Soleil, that act as sunscreen perched on top of the roof. The Harley Davidson Museum, Milwaukee, is an excellent attraction showcasing every bike model made by this iconic motorbike company. Kingston Mines Club in Chicago hosts blues performances that you can enjoy over beer and ribs. Summer is the perfect time to visit here as the lake waters are warm to swim in, plus many places stay open for longer hours. To help you settle in, check out the best cottages for rent near Lake Michigan, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 29, 2024.
1. Secluded cottage with fabulous lake views (from USD 250)
This cottage is in a secluded spot nestled among the pines on Lake Michigan shores. It features bay windows in the living room, allowing you to catch fabulous lake views. The lounge and bedroom areas have fireplaces to keep you warm during chilly weather. The main bedroom boasts a king-sized bed and a vanity area with mirrors and closets.
Outdoors is even more fascinating with a grill area where you can host barbecue evenings in full view of the lake.
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updates in kitchen and carpets would make this cottage a favoritethe bed was comfortable and directly in front of window facing lakecozy cottage great for a familythe view is absolutely magnificent from virtually every roomCleanliness:
property is very clean has everything you need for fantastic vacationthe space is comfortable and cleanit was very clean and the owner was easy to work withHost:
louise was responsive to any questionslouise is among the best hosts we have hadlouise was so wonderful and accommodatinglouise was very attentive and thoughtfulthe owners were very gracious and responded to our questions in a very timely mannerRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and very nice cottageoostburg is a great place to visit and so close to chicagothis home and location were absolutely perfectperfect location for a quiet peaceful romantic hanging out with my wifeperfect place to get away from it all and re-connect
2. Charming cottage with a grill (from USD 105)
This cottage is in a wooded area abounding with wildlife. It can accommodate four guests with two beds and a single bedroom. Two occupants can sleep on the double bed while another two can occupy the comfortable space on the fold-out sofa bed. A fully equipped kitchenette is available with a small stove, oven, coffeemaker, and utensils for your cooking needs.
The place offers a wooden deck with a barbecue grill and patio furniture for you to relax outdoors under the sun.
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the cottage had a nice patio and we ate breakfast there each morninga small beautiful cottage flowers and cookies on the table left a welcoming touchthe cottage was cozy comfortable and cleanonly suggestion would be to upgrade to a queen bed but other than that everything was greatwe had a very comfortable stayCleanliness:
it was clean comfortable super cozythe cottage was clean quiet and cozyit was very cozy and cleaneverything was clean and ready to go when we got thereHost:
the host were very sweet and upkeep was fantasticthe owners are extremely helpful and welcomingjoe and faith were awesome hostsvery comfortable place and helpful hostswe are so grateful to our hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location >>> close to town but yet away from the busy streetscomfortable cabin cottage close to shopping not far from notre damecomfortable cabin cottage close to shopping not far from notre damewonderful hosts and location very close to many stores but still in the countryperfect location for a notre dame game
3. Remodeled cottage with outdoor hot tub (from USD 247)
This remodeled cottage boasts a screened porch where you can relax with a full view of the woods. Additional amenities include a hot tub for you and your mate to soak while being surrounded by natural vegetation. The cottage has a loft bedroom accessible by a narrow staircase. At the landing, you will find two cozy bed cubicles.
The place offers a stocked kitchen and a dining area next to it. A comfortable living room awaits you with a comfy sectional sofa and a flat-screen TV.
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perfect cozy cottage for our weekend stayhot tub worked great beds were comfy and the house was nice and warmcottage was clean and quaint with all amenities you need for a comfortable get-awayit's a small place but it never felt small and we were definitely comfortableeven the queen size bed was comfortable which is always a crapshoot when we stay at placesCleanliness:
very clean and well stockedvery clean with snacks leftthe house is small but clean and adorablecottage was clean and just as describedeverything needed on hand clean and comfortableHost:
owner answered questions very quickly and provided great directions for our stayreally nice hosts and super responsiveyou can tell the owners careowners were very easy to work witheileen is a very responsive and kind hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgood location being so close to warren dunescute little cottage in a great locationcan’t beat the location walking distance to warren dunes would definitely stay here againthe hot tub was perfect and close enough to walk to lake michigan
4. Lovely getaway with two outdoor decks (from USD 500)
This two-bedroom cottage offers a private beach and breathtaking views. You will find all the amenities to prepare and serve homemade meals in the kitchen. The living room is cozy with a recliner, loveseat, and sofa. Outside is a picnic table and a charcoal grill, all for you to organize memorable sundowners.
You will also find two decks, the upper and lower one, equipped with outdoor seating. The upper deck overlooks Lake Michigan and offers an excellent spot to catch the views.
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awesome views cozy cottage and relaxingthe view was gorgeous and the cabin cozythe views of the lake from the living room were gorgeousthe beds were very comfortable and the lake is right there - just like the photos showthere was also a portable fan inside the house in case we needed something extraCleanliness:
clean warm and cozyeverything was clean and well keptupon arrival everything was very clean and neatjohn and karen's place was immaculately kept clean and as advertisedclean cozy cottage for a small familyHost:
great hosts very gracious when we locked ourselves outkaren was a super nice hostkaren was a great hostthe host were very nice and responded quicklyjohn and karen were amazing hosts they were so considerate and caringRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location and an adorable placea perfect location to both have solitude and yet close for daily excursionswe enjoyed the locationit was a great locationgood location between manistee & onekama
5. Serene rental with a well-lit living area (from USD 128)
This cottage is ideal for both summer and winter vacations. Upon arrival, the first thing you notice is the small sunbathing deck at the front. The open-plan living room has a dining-cum-kitchen area with basic meal preparation amenities. A relaxing couch and recliner are in the well-lit living area for lounging as you watch movies.
The nearby woods are in view from the comfort of your living room couch. Sleeping quarters comprise two bedrooms with a queen bed and bunk bed.
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this cozy little cottage was the perfect get away spotplanning to book again if i return to the area the space is cozy and cleanCleanliness:
it was quiet clean and the surroundings were beautifuleverything was super clean too which is especially great in the age of covidwe appreciated the good water and the attention to cleanliness for people with sensitivitiesclean cozy cottage in the woodsit was clean quiet charming and perfectly locatedHost:
the hosts are very accommodating and give great recommendationsthe host is very friendly and helpfultimothy was a great hosttimothy is a lovely host and we really enjoyed touring his farmhost is friendly informative unobtrusive and industrial highly recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
the location might be the best featuretimothy’s place was perfect for unwinding and getting away from city lifegreat spot central to so many things to see and do near sleeping bear dunesquiet with a great location for having a ballgreat location with close proximity to beaches sleeping bear dunes and traverse city etc
6. Adorable family cottage with sunroom (from USD 190)
This cottage provides an excellent getaway for a family as it can accommodate six guests. A sunroom at the back of the property is a feature you will love. It is screened and has a sunroof allowing you to enjoy the morning sunshine over a cup of tea or coffee.
The back of the house opens to an expansive yard with a barbecue grill. What’s more, there is a fire pit for you to gather around and reminisce about the day’s adventure.
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the wifi is a little slow but if you’re trying to disconnect it’s not a problemthis was possibly the cleanest place i have ever stayed in the beds and couch were also very comfortableCleanliness:
super clean place and very dog friendlyquiet clean appears as advertisedclean and relaxing-exactly what we wantedvery comfortable quiet & clean well-appointedbeds and linens were clean and comfortableHost:
terrific hostchrissy was a wonderful host and checked in on us to make sure we didn't need anythingchrissy was helpful with checkin and very responsive with any questionsso helpful about places to go restaurants getting supplies amazing concierge servicechristine was a fantastic host and her place truly was an oasisRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely fantastic location—five minute drive to point beach entrancewe had a great time at christine’s place and wish we could have stayed longeri highly recommend this location and working with christine for any heading up to the areasuper close to point beach state park ice age trail and other trails close to the lakeclose to the state park which is a wonderful place to frolic with kids
7. Spacious hideout with outdoor dining area (from USD 183)
This adorable cottage invites you to a cozy living room with a fireplace and mounted flatscreen TV. There is a spacious dining area on the main floor where you can gather up for a meal at a dining table that can seat up to 10 people. The second story has a spacious loft with a TV and DVD and sleeping space for kids.
The cottage will wow you with its outdoor deck, alfresco dining furniture, and a gas grill. While seated here, you will enjoy the serenity of the area.
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the small children enjoyed the loft and bunk bedsthe benches at the table were nice kitchen well stocked to cook for a bigger groupplenty of beds nice long table for dinner open patio for grilling and close to the beachthe owner was super quick and helpful when we needed some assistance with the wi-fiour wifi went out and the owner todd was very responsiveCleanliness:
everything was very cleanit was clean and comfortablecozy very clean and spaciousthe house was clean and the neighbors were thoughtfulthe house was very nice and cleanHost:
owner was very nice in assisting us on whatever we neededthe owners are very pleasant helpful and commodiousthanks for the details and info about alegria; that was helpful when considering our needseverything was very clean and owner was amazing at communicating with us about any questions we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
nice quiet location close to beachgreat location with a great sandy beach near byeasy walk to a beautiful beachit is a perfect location and quiet areavery nice house and super close to the beach
8. Beautifully furnished cottage with 60-inch flat-screen TV
You will be at a beachfront with direct beach access when you stay at this historic property. It has a cozy sun porch furnished with wicker armchairs and a daybed. Here, you can have coffee in the morning or have full meals while enjoying the views.
You will find a mounted 60-inch flat-screen TV with a Netflix subscription in the living room. Also, the space has comfy seating with plenty of sunshine. The cottage has four bedrooms, each with unique views.
Miller Beach, Indiana, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
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and the artwork in the living room was so perfect old adverts for the lake town of garyit’s great nice beds and air right there on the beachthe pillows and mattresses were comfortable and in great shapeincredible beach views clean house accommodating kitchenwe enjoyed the beach/lake view the fire pit the comfy beds the wonderful porch we hope to be backCleanliness:
it was clean well stocked and nicely decoratedwe also appreciated how clean the house was thanks for a great staythe full bathroom is very nice bright and cleanimmaculately clean thoughtful accommodations amazing beach location and gorgeous viewskim is very responsive and the home is clean and comfortableHost:
kim is a great host she definitely put great attention to detail in the propertykim was very responsive throughout our staykim is wonderful and helpfulkim is very communicative and nice we are so thankful for our time herewould definitely stay again kim was so helpful lots of extrasRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is absolutely perfectgreat location on a quiet beachgreat location the house was greatlocation was great right on the beachthis a a beautiful home in a great location right on the beach
9. Cute little cottage with large walk-in shower
This one-bedroom cottage boasts a cozy queen-sized bed for a comfortable night’s sleep. It features an open-plan interior. You have an easy chair and couch to relax in the living room while watching a 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable. In addition, the place has a barbecue grill for your summer afternoon indulgence.
The kitchenette has a refrigerator to store your soft drinks. On the other hand, your bathroom space boasts a large walk-in shower with a transparent glass screen.
Accommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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wonderful cozy cottage in the downtown areawe absolutely loved it charming and cozy beautiful cottage and private garden oasisthe bed was comfortable the shower worked perfectly the furnishings were both attractive and very good for relaxingthe cottage was clean organized with a huge tv screenCleanliness:
it was very clean insideclean and quite and very convenient locationclean and pleasant exceeded our expectationsclean comfortable and great hostit was extremely clean private and couldn't have asked for a better locationHost:
the host was readily available for any questions and so welcomingthank you to the hosts for a great staythe hosts were welcoming helpful friendly but also provided us with privacyhosts were very welcoming and communicated with usthe hosts were amazing and we plan to go backRead more reviewsLocation:
close walk to everywhere in this cute little townlocation was great with a short walk to the center of saugatuckit’s walking distance to everything but also tucked away enough to offer peace and quietperfect location all shops and restaurants are walkablesuch a cute cottage perfect getaway and so close to shops and restaurants
10. Quaint cottage with screened porch
This quaint guest house features a screened-in porch where you can sit in quiet reflection. It also has a kitchen with a gas stove and cooking utensils, among other amenities. The kitchen area also has a wood-burning stove to keep you warm indoors in chilly weather. A cozy couch is in the living room for your lounging needs.
Outdoors, you will appreciate the small fire pit for keeping your group warm while stargazing on a clear night. You will also find the cottage grounds most refreshing to walk about and connect with nature.
Cedar, Michigan, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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this is a cozy and comfortable cabin that gives the visitors complete privacymarilyn’s space is cozy unique and relaxingCleanliness:
easy check in/out excellent communication and cleanit is very clean quaint and has a nice rustic charmthe place was amazingly clean and comfortable with an incredible amount of charmthe cabin itself is beautiful and sparkling cleanthe place was cozy clean well equipped quiet and comfortableHost:
marilyn is a wonderful hostmarilyn was a great host and very accommodatingshe is very kind informative and sinceremarilyn has a very special place and is kind to share itmarilyn has such a kind heartRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to relaxits also located in a great location sleeping bear dunes and traverse city are not that far awaypositives: the location is great for beachesthe location is fantastic-close to several towns that offer many options and adventuresthe accommodations and property are beautiful and are situated in an ideal location for exploring the leelanau peninsula
Focus on the fun side near Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan is like an open book where you can choose things to do from diverse options. Planning your itinerary is easy once you settle down in one of these cottages. Mark your vacation date on a calendar and get packing.
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