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Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK

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A view through a sliding glass door to an outdoor deck with a picnic table, chairs, and a grill. - Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK (Onekama)
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a large table and chairs, and a stone fireplace. - Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK (Onekama)
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a stone wall, and a television in the living room. - Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK (Onekama)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan. - Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK (Onekama)
A small, single-story house with a garage, a front door, and a window on the side. - Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK (Onekama)
Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

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About this property

Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK

  • Summary:

    The Summer House



    The Space:

    Hidden away on Onekama's secluded Portage Point, The Summer House offers 50 feet of lake frontage and incredible views from a sheltered corner of Portage Lake. On this quiet street near North Point Park, you can spend your days swimming in the shallow bay and launching kayaks and canoes from the dock. Grab a cup of coffee from the fully appointed kitchen and step outside onto the deck to watch the sunrise. Enjoy backyard barbecue picnics while you watch the kids fish from the dock, then settle in for the evening around the fire pit with a few toasted marshmallows. Please note that this property does not have A/C. Things to know Two dogs are welcome for a nightly fee. Please be aware that this home lies in a flood area and occasionally has standing water in the yard after heavy rainfall. The owners raised the waterfront portion of the yard and installed a dirt driveway in 2019 to make your stay more enjoyable, but rising water levels and storms that drop several inches of water at a time still leave large puddles in the roadside yard. Onekama Township recently created a Short-Term Rental Ordinance; please respect this Ordinance so this home can continue to help your family make vacation memories. VueSta Vacations manages this property—Michigan Real Estate License #6505433797.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,232 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Onekama, this holiday home is on the beach. WaterWorks Museum and Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course. Ramsdell Theater and Douglas Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Onekama travel guide
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Onekama, MI

What's nearby

  • A hilly landscape with a winding road, grassy areas, and a body of water in the distance.
    Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    14 min drive - 18.0 km
  • A snow-capped mountain with purple flowers in the foreground.
    Crystal Mountain
    33 min drive - 49.7 km
  • A tree with autumn leaves reflecting on a calm body of water.
    Ludington State Park
    56 min drive - 83.5 km
  • Portage Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Little River Casino
    17 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Little River Casino Resort
    19 min drive
  • Laheys Public House
    5 min drive
  • Lake and Latte
    7 min drive
  • Lake Side Cafe
    19 min drive
  • The Glenwood
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK located?

Nestled on the beach, this Onekama holiday home is steps from Portage Lake and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Captain John Langland Park is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Remodeled, waterfront home on Portage Lake with dock & fire pit - 2 dogs OK Reviews

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8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location for walking our dogs. View is lovely, great for just chilling out. I think it’s the perfect fishing spot if you have a small boat. My only suggestions would be for a few better cooking pans and a some pieces of Tupperware for left overs. And the deck needs to be refinished. Maybe next year, because we would return, enjoyed the quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful place to stay! Plenty of room, clean, cute, great location for sure. Host was absolutely fantastic to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026