Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space
Port Austin, Huron County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space Step back in time to relaxation in a knotty pine great-room facing due west over the lake. Enjoy peaceful sunsets from the great-room, the covered porch, your lawn, or the water's edge. Open rafters and floor plan with 2 small bunk rooms, a compact master bedroom, and a guestroom with both a full bed and a bunk bed provide a...
Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space Step back in time to relaxation in a knotty pine great-room facing due west over the lake. Enjoy peaceful sunsets from the great-room, the covered porch, your lawn, or the water's edge. Open rafters and floor plan with 2 small bunk rooms, a compact master bedroom, and a guestroom with both a full bed and a bunk bed provide a perfect setting for quality gatherings. Rich in history with generations of family gatherings, this is an old-time cottage, gently updated with modern amenities of a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove & microwave, as well as smart TV and Wi-Fi. Ample kitchen utensils are provided. Not geared for large parties or loud music, the cottage is perfect for quality time with loved ones and making family memories. A swing for a small child hangs from an old oak at water's edge.An open book-swap shelf is available in the great room, along with cards, puzzles and games.No air-conditioning, but a newly installed attic fan pulls hot air out of the house at the end of the day. With fans in every room, the lake steps away, steady breezes and ample room to spread out in the shade, it's the perfect place for relaxing with a cool drink. An electric wall heater is available in the great-room only for short term use of cool nights. Towels and linens are provided, along with a cozy blanket provided on each bed. Sweatshirts are recommended for cooler days.A short wooded lane provides privacy from the road. Swimming is steps away as the property shares a boathouse deck and 140 ' of private lakefront with the neighboring property, also available by the same owner. The entrance drive serves both properties, with 4 dedicated parking spaces reserved for the Cottage. The top of the small hill is reserved for loading and unloading.The property has extensive beach with the water easily accessible via a short stairway at the boathouse. Swimming is excellent. The beach size varies with changing lake levels. While the water is shallow and sandy near shore, caution is advised with higher waves, especially with small children.The property lies within 5 miles of Port Austin, a quaint town offering a harbor of refuge, kayak rentals with waterway maps to beautiful turnip rock, 2 miniature golf courses, a delightful and adequately challenging 18 hole golf course, horseback riding, a destination farmer's market, historic Port Austin Reef Lighthouse, a laundromat, summer and fall family events, as well as unique shops and local eateries. Within 2 miles lies Port Crescent State Park with its sweeping expanse of protected shoreline. The park encompasses the mouth of the Pinnebog River, a popular canoe and kayak destination, miles of sandy beach, hiking trails, a fishing pier on the river, bird viewing platforms, and in 2016 became one of Michigan's few registered Dark Park Preserves. A Dark Park Preserve is an area preserved to minimize night lights, allowing unusually clear viewing of the night sky.Guests at the cottage are encouraged to keep lights low as the property is secluded and star-gazing from the lawn, boathouse and beach is truly exceptional. Small solar lights show location of the step to the boathouse deck and stairs to the beach.The following partial listing of nearby attractions is expanded on in a welcome folder of additional information on local attractions and area services.Port Austin hosts a robust farmer's market every Saturday from 9:30-1:00. Very fun with produce, crafts, shops and music.Port Austin Kayak is kayak and paddle board central with information on the kayak trail to turnip rockPort Crescent State Park offers a shoreline campground and Day Use area with hiking trails, bird-watching, excellent swimming and beach strolling through undeveloped shoreline. Tip of Thumb Canoe Rental offers canoeing on the Pinnebog River with the river's Lake Huron mouth as the destination of choiceHuron County Nature Center on Loosemore Rd. offers 120 acres of wilderness arboretum and hiking trailsKnoblock's Riding Stable offers horseback trail rides off M-53 just south of Port Austin. Pony rides are available for the little ones.Grindstone City, located about 6 miles east of Port Austin offers a beautiful natural fishing harbor, and just inland, the original town site is renowned for its ice cream parlors.Huron Museum City is 9 miles east of Port Austin on M-25. Self-guided tours are available for a minor fee.Lighthouse Park is a little over 12 miles east of Port Austin on M-25. Picnicking and tours of the old Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse are open to the public.Port Austin Reef Lighthouse is visible from the harbor in town; you can take a stroll on the break wall for harbor viewing.Bird Creek Golf Course is located just south of Port Austin off M-53; an excellent 18 hole course.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Basic soaps
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Coin laundry
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Beachfront
- Waterfront
- Lake
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Jet skiing
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Shopping
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Barbecue grill
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- On the beach
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Family friendly
- Playground
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hob
- Oven
- Toaster
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Firepit
- Patio
Laundry
- Coin laundry
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
- On a lake
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Swimming nearby
General
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- No RVs or camping on the driveway, lawn or beach; occupancy not to exceed sleeping capacity: No RVs or camping on the driveway, lawn or beach; occupancy not to exceed sleeping capacity
Important Information
- 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Port Austin
Located in Port Austin, this cottage is on the beach. Port Austin Light Station and Allen House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bird Creek Park and Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf. Longshot Lanes and Bad Axe Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Port Crescent State Park 5 min drive
- Port Austin State Harbor 5 min drive
- Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf 6 min drive
- Bird Creek Golf Club 8 min drive
- Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum 11 min drive
Getting around
- Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) 95 min drive
Restaurants
- The Tap Room at Bird Creek Farms 6 min drive
- The Bank 1884 5 min drive
- Pak's Backyard 5 min drive
- Fireside Inn 9 min walk
- Lake Street Local 5 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Private Beach - Seclusion w/waterfront cottage & spacious outdoor space located?
Situated on the beach, this cottage is steps from Lake Huron and within 3 mi (5 km) of Port Crescent State Park and Veteran's Memorial Park. Port Austin State Harbor and Bird Creek Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).