Magical Beach House & Private Beach On Lake Michigan

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Pentwater, MI

Charles Mears State Park12 min drive
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce15 min drive
Silver Lake State Park18 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Room #1

2 Single Beds

Guest Room #2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bath Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bath Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This historic, century-old cottage with a wrap-around screen porch and two level front deck boasts one of the most enchanting views of Lake Michigan on the Western Shore.

Just steps down to the boardwalk and about 15 stairs to the private beach you'll find sugar soft sand and rolling waves. Mornings and evenings on the deck are second-to-none with days spent playing, sunning or swimming on the shore or walking the private beach for miles. The channel to Pentwater lake is a short ten minute walk to the north.

This classic Michigan cottage sleeps eight (max) in three bedrooms -- two of which face the lake. The master (a queen and twin bed) has a full bathroom attached and the other two (one with two twins and the other with a twin and bunk beds) share a full bath. One more full bath is on the first level plus an outdoor shower. A cottage living room is the perfect indoor gathering spot and the dining room off the full kitchen also overlooks the lake. All towels and linens provided as well as kitchen necessities. TV, DVD, phone, Wi-Fi, games, gas grill, washer/dryer, dishwasher and much more all included.

The woods behind the cottage teem with deer, turkey and wildlife. Beyond that, and across the bay, the quaint town of Pentwater is filled with fun shops, tasty restaurants, ice cream parlors and a Farmer's Market twice a week on the Village Green. Boat and wave runner rentals are available in town. About 20 minutes away, Country Dairy offers super fresh milk, cheese, meat and ice cream; and, the area around Pentwater boasts some of the best golf around.

The sunsets from the deck are some of the most remarkable you can imagine and watching shooting stars in the night sky or Great Lakes tankers on the horizon complete the picture for the ideal location to get away and recharge.

This is a very special family cottage in a private association with two parking spaces in the private parking area beside it. We ask all guests to appreciate its legacy and setting. This isn't a "spring break party house" so please look elsewhere if that's what you're seeking. Thanks!

Property manager

Peter Rexford

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Beach view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pentwater

Located in Pentwater, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Pentwater, MI

What's nearby

Charles Mears State Park - 12 min drive
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 15 min drive
Silver Lake State Park - 18 min drive
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 20 min drive
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 30 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

Open Hearth Grille - 16 min drive
Golden Sands Bucket Bar - 18 min drive
Antler Bar - 11 min drive
The Brown Bear - 12 min drive
Bortell's Fisheries - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Beach House & Private Beach On Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Magical Beach House & Private Beach On Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Beach House & Private Beach On Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magical Beach House & Private Beach On Lake Michigan located?

This Pentwater cottage is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Charles Mears State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Silver Lake State Park and Golden Sands Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

patrick b., columbus, ohio, usa

29 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rexford Cottage and Pentwater, MI Are A Match Made in Heaven

Rexford Cottage is a time capsule from the 1950's, but we learned it actually goes back much further than that. It is a beautiful 2-story structure on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan with a screened-in porch AND an open patio that provide postcard sunsets over the lake. It is decorated with older, classic, and comfortable furniture along with modern conveniences - wi-fi, updated kitchen, and water pressure in the upstairs shower that surpasses many 5-star hotels! The private "South Beach" location and overall privacy and quietness cannot be beat. Sand galore and the cottage provides all the beach toys and supplies you could possibly need. Peter is a gracious and extremely hospitable host - plus he knows everyone in Pentwater! We dropped his name at more than one establishment in town and it was met with an immediate warm response and fond recolllections. Not that this area of MI needs any training in customer service. Our walks around Pentwarer, Hart (to the south), and Ludingtion (to the north) were a delight and produced great memories. We struck GOLD with Rexford Cottage! We wish we were still there right now (late Sep 2022).

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

22 Jun 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot

We’ve stayed in a number of cottages on or near Lake Michigan over the years and this was our favorite, hands down. The decks/porches (one open, one screened), view, and beautiful empty beach right outside the door are amazing. That it is dog friendly is a huge plus too. But staying here is like staying at your family cottage that your great grandfather built. It is charming and a bit rustic (though the kitchen is modern and there is WiFi). It’s also dark, with a lot of Knick knacks and a few spider webs. The host, Peter is friendly, responsive and helpful. We highly recommend so long as this kind of cottage/cabin is your thing. We definitely hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Michelle M.

22 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Enjoyed the sunset views & access of Lake Michigan

Staying in a 100+ yr old cottage has its pros & cons. Didn't realize the amount of stairs for entry into home & access to beach but we got used to it(just a challenge when hauling luggage, coolers, food etc.). Pros- location and views, as well as private beach, enjoyed the enclosed porch and the character of the home. Especially enjoyed the helpfulness & hospitality of the owner. Kitchen was well equipped. Cons- all the spices in the kitchen were stale, old or dried up-should be disposed of as most of them were unusable. The tv reception was spotty but there were lots of dvd's to use. No central heat was a challenge as we did experience very cool nights, but there were space heaters. Thank you for the opportunity to share your cottage.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

15 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views of Lake Michigan!

A rustic cabin in an amazing location. The back porch has the best view of Lake Michigan. We enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to book again. Peter was an outstanding host. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joyce T., Cincinnati Onio

17 Jun 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside stay

Beautiful view of the lake! Loved the roomy-but-cozy feeling screened porch. The house was well supplied with respect to kitchen tools, spices, even condiments! Bedrooms were comfortable and plenty of space for people.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Peter Rexford

Our family has been coming to Pentwater since the late 1800s! Our grandparents rented the original (and oldest) cottage on south beach. A photo in the cottage shows them on the beach as early as 1910. We were so fortunate to purchase this cottage 20 years ago.

Why they chose this property

Built around 1912, the cottage needed some care. When purchased it was truly a diamond in the ROUGH. After never-ending effort, countless upgrades and more money than we care to think about, it has become the premier destination for multiple couples and families year-after- year. All the wood and glass is original as are some of the furnishings. But, updates and modern conveniences abound. We are always updating and just installed new water heater and new fridge last year.