Lake House Oasis: Sandy Toes & Sunny Skies – Your Summer Getaway Awaits! | House in Manistique

sleeps: 8
bedrooms:4
bathrooms: 3
*lakefront* (directly on lake michigan)
*3 kayaks included
*pets are welcomed
*sandy beach on property
*fans only- no air conditioning
the lake house oasis feels like a true slice of heaven Nestled between the trees, facing Lake Michigan lies a newly built (2017) lake house. Not to be easily seen from the road, you are greeted with a wide, gravel/dirt driveway. Walking up the short stairway to the beautiful carved glass entrance of the lake house, you'll open the door to a captivating entryway with marble floors. The kitchen (well water) is just to the left, filled with all your basic necessities. Newer appliances: refrigerator, electric stove, dishwasher, coffee maker and even a precision induction cook top Plates, cups, bowls, pots/pans and silverware are all fresh and ready to make your family vacation as easy and comfortable as possible. The Lake House Oasis has plenty of counter-top space, while looking out at beautiful Lake Michigan.
meander into the dining room with the wooden table for 6 of the people dear to you to enjoy a meal together overlooking lake michigan The gorgeous wood floors compliment the wooden table perfectly. So that the whole family can eat together, the counter doubles as an eating bar with the 4 bar stools facing the kitchen. Keeping the chef company is always appreciated.
next to the dining room, you'll find the cozy high-top table with 4 chairs Perfect for your breakfast coffee or evening cocktail. The wet bar in this nook between the dining and living rooms is a wonderful compliment to the space. There are various drinking glasses from margarita, martini and the classic wine glasses.
moving through the wet bar/ breakfast nook, you never stop overlooking lake michigan! the living room has has a comfortable couch with a chaise lounger on one side, there is a fireplace and tv with directv, as well as a blu-ray dvd player to enjoy your time relaxing, when you aren't at the peaceful lake michigan sandy beach
off the main floor living room, you'll find a convenient bathroom with a shower, sink and toilet there is an electric fireplace for you to enjoy as well!
your outside patio dining and relaxing is available from 3 different exits off the main level The options are endless. There is even a stairwell down to the beach from the main floor outdoor patio setting.
heading up stairs, you'll find 2 bedrooms with a bathroom in the middle All rooms have ceiling fans. Air Conditioning has not been needed at Lake House Oasis with the beautiful cross-breeze. The bedrooms both have ideal views of Lake Michigan. Both bedrooms, have a queen bed, closet and dresser. The bathroom in the middle of the upper level has a tub/shower, toilet and sink with a large mirror. Bath towels and basic linens are provided.
in the ground level, you will find the easiest access the lake michigan There you will find a fun game room with a sitting area, PlayStation PS4 (bring your own games), TV and Blu-Ray DVD player. WiFi is present throughout this lake house.
two (2) bedrooms also call the ground floor home, with an ideal older kids room with 2 sets of bunk beds and a queen bedroom on opposite sides of the bathroom/laundry room The ground floor bathroom is located between the 2 bedrooms, just off the game room area. In the older kids room, one set of bunk beds has a full bed on the bottom and a twin on top. The other bunk bed has 2 twin beds. Both have direct entry to the walkway down to the beach. **This room is not advisable for curious young children sleeping alone.**
the ground floor bathroom also doubles as a laundry room with a shower, toilet, sink and washer/dryer There is nothing like a warm towel waiting for you when you hop out of the shower. The beach theme is fun in this room.
on the ground floor patio, there is the large propane grill, kayaks for adult use (Please use extreme caution when kayaking on Lake Michigan.) Also, there is a patio setting for 6 people at the ground level. You are never without space to get caught up with family, friends and all the goodness life has to offer at the Lake Shore Oasis.
take the walkway to the beach to enjoy your time together at the lake house oasis Relax and soak in this luxurious beach house experience.
as an extra layer of security, we do have video cameras in the back and front of the cottage There are no cameras inside the cottage.
please be aware that this property does not have a fenced in yard so you will need to have your dog on a leash while outside There are neighbors (even if you can't see them) that have dogs as well, so for your pets safety and the neighbors please make sure your dog is leashed.
frequently asked questions
a/c: air conditioning has not been needed at lake house oasis with the beautiful cross-breeze ceiling fans are in each bedroom
animals: squirrels, bats, rabbits, birds, coyotes, racoons, etc
atv/snowmobiles: can not snowmobile from the property
closest trail is trail #2, 64 miles from house (intersection of Hwy 2 & Tannery Rd.) or Trail #421, 6.6 miles from house (intersection of Hwy 2 & County Hwy 432).
bathroom: (well water)
1) off the main floor living room, you'll find a convenient bathroom with a shower, sink and toilet
2) lower level bathroom is located between the 2 bedrooms, just off the game room area
3) upstairs bathroom located between the 2 bedrooms
beach/swimming: at the main level of the house, you will find the easiest access the lake michigan take the walkway to a large sandy beach with great swimming!
bedroom configuration:
1) lower level - 1 queen bedroom Direct entry to the walkway down to the beach.
2) lower level - 2 sets of bunk beds One set of bunk beds has a full bed on the bottom and a twin on top. The other bunk bed has 2 twin beds. Direct entry to the walkway down to the beach. **This room is not advisable for curious young children sleeping alone.**
3) upstairs 1 queen bed
4) upstairs 1 queen bed
boats: kayaks for adult use from memorial day to labor day (Please use extreme caution when kayaking on Lake Michigan.)
bugs: typical flies, mosquitoes, and ants
cable/satellite tvs: tv with dish network There is also a Blu-ray DVD player to enjoy your time relaxing. There is a ROKU Tv with streaming. Guest must bring their own account information. no espn but can access if you have your own account to log into
cell phone service: not reliable in the house
cleaning fees explained:
a Cleaning fees booked directly through Freshwater Vacation Rentals are NOT taxable. (this is a way to save you $$!)
b Even though our room rate is generally less per night during the Spring, Fall and Winter seasons, no one wants the cleaning quality to decrease.
c We expect our cleaners to clean at the same level during non-peak seasons as they would during the peak seasons.
d We pay our cleaners a living wage. They are expected to deep clean, wash all the linens, and prep each bed, regardless of how many people are on the reservation.
**if you are truly just staying as a couple at the lake house oasis, and will not need to venture either upstairs or downstairs, we can do a reduced cleaning fee upon request***
coffee maker: traditional coffee pot/carafe style Bring your own coffee.
distances:
*mackinac bridge- approximately 2 hours away
*pictured rocks national lakeshore- approximately 1 ½ hours away
*tahquamenon falls state park- approximately 2 hours away
dock: there is not a dock on this property
fire pit: yes there is an above ground portable fire pit at the property, wood not provided
fireplace: there is an electric fireplace for you to enjoy
fishing: bring your poles Indian Lake State Park is approximately 30 minutes away offering a great place to fish. Game fish include perch, walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, rock bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, sturgeon and brown trout.
fishing license: you can purchase your fishing license online at the michigan dnr website
grill: propane grill on the patio
handicap accessible: not wheelchair friendly Guest must be able to navigate stairs to gain entrance to the property.
hunting: not onsite
internet: wifi is present throughout this lake house
linens: yes, we provide you with basic sheets and linens Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are particular about the thread count of your sheets, let us know, and we will make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets.
parking: parking: up to 4 cars maximum
park: lake view park is approximately 20 minutes away enjoy sandy beaches and views of the manistique lighthouse!
pets: pets are welcome! freshwater vacation rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.
privacy: the lake house oasis feels like a true slice of heaven Nestled between the trees, facing Lake Michigan and not to be easily seen from the road.
space: 2 story newly built (2017) lake house nestled between the trees, facing lake michigan
store: a short 15-20 minute drive into manistique offers access to cafes, bakeries, and delis You can purchase groceries at Jack's Fresh Market.
towels: yes, we provide towels Please bring your own beach towels to take to the water.
washer and dryer: yes Laundry detergent is provided.
winter activities:
* snowmobiling
- manistique snowmobile trails
distance: snowmobile trails are about 5 miles of the house
* ice fishing
- lake michigan – manistique lake and nearby areas are great for ice fishing in the winter months
distance: about 5 miles (within the manistique area)
* cross-country skiing
- manistique lakes trail
distance: 5-10 miles from house
* downhill skiing & snowboarding
- snowbound ski resort – located about 30 miles (around a 45-minute drive) to the north, this resort offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing
* winter hiking
- indian lake state park
distance: about 10 miles (15-20 minutes by car)
* winter festivals & events
-manistique winter events – manistique and surrounding areas often host winter festivals, including ice sculpture displays and community events
distance: events are typically within 5-10 miles of the house
wood: not provided

Lake House Oasis: Sandy Toes & Sunny Skies – Your Summer Getaway Awaits! is located in Manistique. Lake House Oasis: Sandy Toes & Sunny Skies – Your Summer Getaway Awaits! provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Parking, Ocean View, among other amenities. This House features Kitchen, Parking, Ocean View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lake House Oasis: Sandy Toes & Sunny Skies – Your Summer Getaway Awaits! has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Manistique has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Manistique, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.