Beeler's Point -  Tim and Nan Beeler, (740) 548-6452  Call Monday-Friday after 6 p.m., anytime on the weekends or email: nangibe@verizon.net Cottage on the north side of Bear Lake.  Situated in a beautiful, quiet, peaceful setting at the end of the road.  Shaded, grassy, lake front, with several large trees, large back yard.  One bedroom and a den/sleeping room; and a hide-a-bed in the living room; sleeps 6.  The cottage has lots of windows, well equipped kitchen, front and back deck, gas grill, hammock, small TV, microwave, and a campfire pit.  Ten minute drive to Lake Michigan; within minutes from several golf courses, boat landing, marina, tennis, ski resort.  Weekly rental from June through September.  Bring you own linens. 

FIREFLY BEACH HOUSE, LLC:  Bruce Schulert, 517-627-9779, E-mail: bonnie.schulert@gmail.com.
Quaint four-bedroom cottage located on a quiet cul-de-sac across the street from Fifth Avenue Beach. Sleeps 12 comfortably, all bedding and linens are included; has fully-equipped kitchen, microwave, dishwasher, cookware and tableware, and coffeemaker with gourmet coffees and teas.  Fenced-in back yard, children and pets welcome.

LAKE MICHIGAN SUNSET PENTHOUSE:  Sheila Bookheimer, 231-723-6707, 231-510-8233, E-mail:  reservations@lakemichigansunsetpenthouse.com.   Luxurious, romantic getaway on Lake Michigan beachfront with 2-person, heart-shaped Jacuzzi with lake view in unit.  Ideal for honeymoons, anniversaries, etc.  Day spa services available.  Also features 6 person hot tub in enclosed gazebo with lake view, stereo and mini-fridge – open year-round.  Spacious top floor (entire 3rd floor with over 900 s.f.) Spectacular panoramic view of Lake Michigan.  Low dune - walk right out to the private, sandy beach and water!  Private entrance w/screened deck overlooking Lake Michigan.  Fully furnished kitchen w/refrigerator, microwave, oven/range, coffeemaker, toaster oven, dishes, utensils, cookware.  Full bath w/full size tub/shower.  2 TV's (1 LCD TV/DVD in bedroom area of suite).  Expanded cable TV, DVD/VCR, video library.  Phone w/free long distance.  Central air and heat, plus 3 ceiling fans.  Washer and dryer in unit.  King-size bed plus air bed available.  Fire ring, firewood, BBQ grill, outdoor dinette set, chaise lounges, kayaks & canoe provided.  Linens, towels, paper products, coffee, soap provided. High-speed wireless internet.    Close to fishing, golf, shopping, restaurants, theaters, boat launches, airport, Little River Casino. June-Aug:  weekly rentals, Sat.-Sat.  Sept-May:  Day, week, month. NO SMOKING.  NO PETS.

One Bedroom Condo – Harbor Village – Robert and Karen Witek, (810)220-1988 days, (810) 227-7580. Brook Harbor #36 with Lake Michigan views and sunsets. Comfortably sleeps 4 (queen bed, queen sleeper sofa). Originally this was the developers model unit, beautifully furnished, fully equipped kitchen with dining area, fireplace, cable TV, VCR, A/C, linens, towels, and deck.  Sandy beach, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, as well as indoor pool, Jacuzzi and exercise room.  Close to downtown Manistee with restaurants, shopping, theaters, casino, fishing and world class golf. Weekly or monthly rentals.  NO SMOKING, NO PETS.

SCOTTLAND YARD COTTAGES: May‑Sept., 2540 Lakeshore Dr., Manistee MI 49660, 231-723‑9776 or 723‑5224, mailing address 80 Grant St. Completely furnished, July & August weekly bookings, linens included, color TV. On Bluff over looking Lake Michigan, 1,000 ft. of beach.  NO PETS

Boathouse - Suzanne's Shoreline Vacations,  (231) 889-4795, FAX (231) 889-4877 email: suzanneschwing@charter.net  Fully furnished year-round home on the shore of Portage Lake with 225 ft. frontage.  The knotty pine interior creates a cozy, inviting feeling.  Full bath, grill, sun porch, large deck and private yard  w outdoor fire pit add to the enjoyment.  The southwestern exposure makes for sunnier days in the summer and brighter days in the winter for many winter activities.  Max. 6 persons.  Boat dock and boat mooring, row boat, canoe and private tennis court, TV, VCR, cable, phone, wood stove and gas heat.   Close to parks, golf course, boat launch and Lake Michigan.  Winter rentals available. Weekly, monthly rental.

Camp Tosebo Clubhouse -  Martha Wickett-Schrock, (269) 561-2420. (616) 644-8239, E-mail: reservations@tosebo.com  7228 Miller Rd., Manistee, MI.  Built in 1893 and restored in 1996, boasts 8 bedrooms, 8 baths, a large living room with fireplace, dining hall, library, game room and a large cook’s kitchen all decorated with camp furnishings.  Nestled in 50 acres of woods and with access to Camp Tosebo’s private beach on the southern shore of Portage Lake is an ideal setting large groups, reunions, corporate retreats or weddings.  Offering the best indoor comfort and outdoor pleasures in a place where romance and history merge.  Sleeps up to 17.

Camp Tosebo Trunk House - Martha Wickett-Schrock, (269) 561-2420. (616) 644-8239,E-mail: reservations@tosebo.com  7228 Miller Rd., Manistee, MI.  Built in the 1930’s, originally used to store campers trunks and suitcases while staying for the summer.  In 1991, the interior was opened up, creating a large one-room studio with vaulted ceilings and skylights.  The living quarters on the 2nd floor are furnished with queen bed and twin bed, living room setting, dining room setting, a small kitchenette and bath. Nestled in 50 acres of woods with access to Camp Tosebo’s private beach on the southern shore of Portage Lake, it is the ideal setting for a romantic getaway or family vacation.   Offering the best in indoor comfort and outdoor pleasure, in a place where romance and history merge.  Sleeps 2-3.

Camp Tosebo Welcome House -  Martha Wickett-Schrock, (269) 561-2420. (616) 644-8239,E-mail: reservations@tosebo.com 7228 Miller Rd., Manistee, MI.  Built in 1910, is fully furnished with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room with fireplace, dining room and large kitchen. Nestled in 50 acres of woods with access to Camp Tosebo’s private beach on the southern shore of Portage Lake, it is the ideal for a family vacation.   Offering the best in indoor comfort and outdoor pleasure, in a place where romance and history merge.  Sleeps 6 - 8.

Classic Summer Cottage - Bev Bauer 888-221-0928, Danny Radtke (703-283-9540, E-mail: danradtke@earthlink.net 3 bedrooms, (sleeps 8), 2 baths, living room with fireplace, dining room, deck and screened porch. Fully furnished including phone, TV, linens, washer and dryer. Direct water access and privileges. Great lake for fishing, water sports, and community events. Weekly rates available.

Comfortable NEWLY REMODELED Cottage - (Summer) (231) 889-4796; (630) 365-2922. E-Mail: cather3079@aol.com or  bonniewilkerson@hotmail.com On Portage Lake with channel access to Lake Michigan, completely furnished, 2 bedrooms with queen beds, queen size sofa bed, one bathroom with shower, living room/dining room, kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, TV, and outside, barbecue grill and picnic table. Inquire about availability boat slip in sheltered well, max. boat length 22 feet; access to fish cleaning house on premises. Convenient location close to park and boat launch, golf, Lake Michigan beaches. Available May through October for monthly or weekly rentals (provide own sheets and towels), and two or more day rentals (sheets and towels provided). Winter rentals by request.  Max. 6 people. $600 weekly, deposit required to confirm reservation.  NO PETS

PORTAGE LAKE VACATION RENTAL: Bill & Laura Rottschafer, (616) 335-5601, E-mail: plvac@comcast.net  Located in Onekama Michigan’s beautiful north country, 10 miles north of Manistee.   Large 3 bedroom, 2 bath fully equipped lake front home with a king size bed in the master bedroom, Queen size in the 2nd bedroom, and full and twin in 3rd bedroom.  All linens are provided including beach towels. Washer & dryer, microwave, coffee pot, grill, picnic table, lawn and beach chairs, and a sandy beach, clean water with a gradual drop off that is great for small children, deep water access to Lake Michigan. Sleeps 6, $1,600 per week plus $500 deposit, discount for multiple weeks. Discounted long term off season rates, call or email for details. NO SMOKING, NO PETS.

WYNKEN & BLYNKEN SUMMER COTTAGES: Betty Stokes, 231-889-0888 – Summer, 352-341-2854 – Winter, e-mail: rstokes953@tampabay.rr.com  Nestled on a peninsula between Portage Lake and Lake Michigan, these two summer cottages are ideally located for any summer activity.  They are just outside the village of Onekama. The cottages have a private beach with a dock and are only a 5 minute walk to the public access beach on Lake Michigan. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen, living room and screened porch.  Available  June 16-30, 2007, July 7-14, 2007 and August 11-18, 2007

KNOWLES HOUSE - Beth Swank, (231) 398-0816
Walk to public beach, pier fishing, golf, ice cream parlors, video store, downtown district or ride our complimentary bicycles. 2 bedroom furnished with full kitchen, microwave, VCR, cable TV. sleeps 4.  Weekly rentals $525 per week. A non-refundable deposit of $200 is required in advance. Year around availability. NON-SMOKERS,  PETS WELCOME.

MANISTEE HOUSE: Jane Tughan, 231-723-1171. Open year round.  Fully furnished 3 bedroom, one bath, max. 6 family members.  Fully equipped kitchen including microwave, coffee pot, toaster, dishes, pots, pans, washer/dryer, large, separate dining room, Cable TV.  Walking distance to downtown Manistee shops and restaurants.  One mile to Lake Michigan beaches and lighthouse.  Summer Weekly Rental: Saturday  check in 3 p.m.- Saturday check out 10 a.m., $1,000 per week.  Off season  weekend rates, $150 night, 2 night min., check out at 11 a.m.

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HOPES RENTAL HOUSE: Hope Howes, (231) 362-3985
On three acres in the Finnish village of Kaleva.  Clean cozy, a/c, washer and dryer available, sleeps 6, full kitchen, cable TV, phone, coffee, bedding and towels included.  10 miles to Crystal Mountain, snowmobile from door to groomed trails.  Great for family vacations, work, fishing and hunting.  Rent by day or week.

RUSTIC COTTAGE - Onekama Marine(231) 889-5000 E-mail: onekm@onekamamarine.com
Sleep on the Manistee River! Located at the Cedar Street Marina, on the Manistee River front. Excellent view of the Manistee Harbor, as well as access to 1 1/2 mile downtown river walk. Sleeps six comfortably. Everything is furnished except towels.  NO SMOKING OR PETS.

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