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Escape to The Red Star cottage on Mawby Lake, a serene retreat in Northern Michigan. Unwind by the lake's sandy beachfront, explore with kayaks or paddleboat, and enjoy a swim from the dock or swimming platform. With amenities like high-speed internet and Roku-equipped bedrooms.
Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 9 86 sq m
Popular amenities
The current price is AU$316
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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About this property
Property amenities
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Important information
You need to know
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Bitely, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Shrine of the Pines and Idlewild Historic and Cultural Center are cultural highlights. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Bitely, MI
What's nearby
- Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Bitely Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
- Houseman Lake - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
- Kenosha lake - 21 min drive - 10.7 km
- Big Star Lake - 24 min drive - 25.3 km
Restaurants
- Abner’s Restaurant - 9 min drive
- Woodys - 7 min drive
- Taylor's Chalet - 10 min drive
- Cuatro Caminos - 7 min drive
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Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Sandy Beach- Kayaks/Paddle Boat/Row Boat Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eddie C.
5 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Eddie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
22 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Robert R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anthony M.
12 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Anthony M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gina S.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place
Gina S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Min K.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful and lovely
Min K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex N.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mawby Lake
Alex N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tanya H.
3 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short get away
Tanya H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun little cottage
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
14 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 day getaway
Eric S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick J.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private cottage on beautiful quiet lake

Rick J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
patricia c.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Building small log cabin
patricia c.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve F.
6 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Steve F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Amanda
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Amenities, communication
Amanda
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Norman L.
14 Nov 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Norman L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rita H.
23 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Pet friendly Cute cottage on a lake
Rita H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jaima S.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable lake cabin
Jaima S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book it now!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley W.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Very quiet
Ashley W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patty W.
11 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place!
Patty W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023