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Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views

Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views

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Front cottage from lower deck- new roof
Early June evening - endless day
Cottage view from across our dune
Cottage from beach
Cottage new roof- from top of our dune

Overview of Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view

Explore the area

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Shelby, MI
  • Popular LocationStony Lake15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSilver Lake State Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraig's Cruisers Family Fun Center18 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views

Nestled alone atop a 4 acre sand dune with panoramic views of Lake Michigan, this highly unique, contemporary, clean, fully equipped, artistically decorated cottage is an out of this world experience. Couple the cottage and the almost surrealistically beautiful, completely private site that includes trees, woods, & dune scape, and it is impossible not to fall in love.

Many public beach sites in the area and two are within walking distance (one at warm and shallow Stony Lake, the other on Lake Michigan). If you ever want to leave the wonderful cottage, fabulous deck & breathtaking views, the area abounds with wonderful orchards, farm markets, state parks, lighthouses, hiking trails, cultural attractions, arts performances, live music, dune buggy rides, golf, boat rentals, biking paths, & antique stores.

Site features: Parking for your vehicle is at the bottom of the 100 + stairs (w/3 built-in resting benches) that you climb to access the cottage & the four acre site. No worry, as a motorized tram pulls all your gear to the top. The partly wooded & partly open dune scape is truly the ultimate private, romantic setting. Once on this perch, the diverse views are so awe-inspiring that you may never want to move. Plenty of freighters on the horizon, stars in the domed night sky & wildlife on the dune to keep you interested. Wildlife includes bald eagles, pileated woodpeckers, hummingbirds, deer, squirrel & fox: get up in the morning to spot their tracks on the dune.

A trail behind the house leads to the tip top of the dune for even more magnificent views.

Cottage features: Highly maintained, unique, nearly round, 15-sided wooden hurricane style cottage has 6 sliding glass doors allowing stupendous lake, dune & wooded views from every room. The afternoon sun is so bright that you'll need your sunglasses in the kitchen! The wooden 100+ stairs, 2,000 sq. ft deck (also newly stained), & circular 5ft walkway around the rear of cottage provide easy access to/ from each room as well as lots of extra living space. Little private niches with furniture, plantings & views allow you to follow the sun around the decks all day & evening in any season.

Amenities: We call it luxury camping! Our modern, clean & well organized cottage has oak floors throughout, new stylish mid century furniture, large sisal floor rugs, colorful artistic decor, nice bedding & towels, ceiling & standing fans, quality kitchen tools & Fiesta dinnerware, stack washer & dryer, & elect baseboard heat. The huge multilevel decks are furnished with quality comfy chairs & cushions, a dining table w/ sun umbrella, gas grill, an outdoor hot shower (truly sublime), clothesline with a view, day lilies & loads of beautiful potted flowers ... which all make it hard to come inside to enjoy the highly cool cottage interior!

Please note: the cottage does NOT have WiFi. We use our personal ATT mobile WiFi hot spot for distance work and entertainment streaming.

Property manager

Doreen Meffert
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Beach view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for toddlers - steps and decks

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly prohibited
Garbage removal procedure is strictly enforced, no humans, boats, or bikes on motorized tram.
No overnight guests other than individuals agreed upon and listed on rental agreement.

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelby

Located in Shelby, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
Map
Shelby, MI

What's nearby

  • Stony Lake - 15 min walk
  • Silver Lake State Park - 14 min drive
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 18 min drive
  • Gold Rush Water Park - 21 min drive
  • Electric Forest - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stony Lake Inn - 11 min walk
  • Cellar 36 - 4 min drive
  • Stony Lake Cafe Store Shelby - 12 min walk
  • Oceana Winery & Vineyard - 10 min drive
  • Oceana Winery - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dune Top Romantic Solitude & Awe-Inspiring Panoramic Lake Michigan Views located?

This family-friendly Shelby cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Stony Lake and Lake Michigan. Silver Lake State Park and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keto G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique and beautiful location!
Three of us (two adults, one 7-year-old) stayed for a long weekend in mid-October. Loved the view of Lake Michigan from the top of the semi-wooded dune. Was extremely windy, but the cottage was warm enough. Long walk (short drive or bike) along winding roads and across a bridge to get to the public beach on Lake Michigan. Responsive host. We would rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and peaceful getaway on the dunes
Like the listing says, the are a lot of stairs. This may have been an issue if it were really hot, but the weather was beautiful 70s for our whole stay. The house is beautifully kept. But the view is stunning. I was out every morning with a blanket and some reading to wait for everyone else to get up. We were supplied with everything we needed and then some. We were given some good tips on great places to eat that we would never have thought to try. Also loved the outdoor shower for getting the kids cleaned up after a day at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lena F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away
Well maintained and stylishly decorated with a well equipped kitchen. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing place with a stunning view of the lake, this is it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan B., Downers Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
Beautiful, unique, modern cottage. By 2 quiet beaches. You can see the sunset over the lake from the property! Loved our stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G., St. Louis

Beautiful cottage on Lake Michigan. Expensive deck with beautiful views everywhere. House well-maint
Beautiful cottage on Lake Michigan. Expansive deck with beautiful views everywhere. House well-maintained and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

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Hosted by Doreen Meffert

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