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Escape to Suttons Bay and experience the perfect lakefront getaway at this cozy vacation rental cottage. Steps from Lake Michigan's shoreline, spend your days relaxing on the sand or making a splash in the water. In the evening, retreat inside to prepare dinner for two in the full kitchen and roast marshmallows over a shared fire pit.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue
  • Beach view

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About this property

Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage

  • 1/2 Mi to Marina | Located in Michigan Wine Country | Access to Shared Dock
    Secure your slice of Michigan paradise in Suttons Bay! Centrally located on the gorgeous Leelanau Peninsula, this waterfront vacation rental offers a shared sandy beach directly on the water. 'Cumberland Cottage' provides 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and seamless access to all the activities you're looking for Up North, whether you're a local wine enthusiast, boater, or relaxation seeker. Claim your stay today!
    -- THE PROPERTY --
    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS- Bedroom: 1 full bed- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa
    MAIN FEATURES- Flat-screen TV- Dining table- Private patio w/ Adirondack chairs, gas grill & picnic table- Wood-burning fire pit- Shared dock & beach w/ fire pit & seating
    KITCHEN- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave- Drip coffee maker, toaster- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
    GENERAL- Free WiFi- Mini-split A/C & heating, ceiling fans- Linens & towels
    FAQ- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)- Docking not available on-site
    ACCESSIBILITY- Step-free access- Single-story cottage
    PARKING- Driveway (2 vehicles)
    ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS- Three additional properties are available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
    -- THE LOCATION --
    - Easy access to beaches, restaurants & shops along scenic South Shore Drive- Walk to local dining & Leelanau Trailhead- On-site access to private community beach: swimming, fishing & boating- 0.6 miles to Suttons Bay Marina (rental slips available)- 4 miles to Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge- 16 miles to Traverse City- 28 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore- 20 miles to Cherry Capital Airport
    -- REST EASY WITH US --
    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
    -- POLICIES --
    - No smoking- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, max 2)- No events, parties, or large gatherings- Additional fees and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story unit offers step-free access - There are other 3 other vacation rental units on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay. The beach and dock are shared by all units- Docking is not available on-site. Boat slip rentals are available at Suttons Bay Marina- Boat parking requires prior approval from the Secondary Guest Contact (based on boat size & space availability)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 490 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Suttons Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting. Visit our Suttons Bay travel guide
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy dune, dense forest, and a large body of water.
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    17 min drive - 23.4 km
  • A coastal town with a large body of water, dense residential area, and a prominent church.
    Traverse City Beach
    30 min drive - 39.3 km
  • A clear turquoise lake with a forested island in the background.
    Torch Lake
    57 min drive - 80.7 km
  • beach near Sutton Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Suttons Bay Marina
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hop Lot Brewing Company
    7 min walk
  • Big Dex's Pizzeria
    6 min drive
  • Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs
    7 min walk
  • VI Grill
    8 min walk
  • Fiddleheads
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Black Star Farms and 45 North Vineyard & Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Very good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 17 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Review

This was a perfect location and hopefully we’ll be able to come back to this area in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michael

Work Remote Stayover

Had a gap in housing due to selling my house and stayed here for 5 days. Place was well appointed and had everything that I needed. Was hot when I was there without air it can get tough to sleep but it may have been advertised that way too.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Unbearable Noise

This cabin highly over priced for location literally 40 feet from one of the busiest summer roads in Michigan, M22. Five a.m. to midnight it never stopped!! Could not sit at patio table and hold a conversation. The Michigan 12 axle tractor/trailers back and for hours all day added a whole new dimension to the above.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer E.

Only 2 choices

Since my only 2 choices are "Loved it" and "Not really", I pick Loved it because there is no place better than M22 and the general location is good. The cabin is tiny but clean and worked OK for us but wow, the traffic noise is incredibly loud and goes on all night long. Since this is basically the only way into Suttons Bay, there is a lot of industrial-type vehicles that go by. It will keep you awake, even if you close all the windows. I have a few other minor issues that are not deal breakers for me but things to know if thinking about this cabin. They left us 4 bath towels for the week. There were 3 of us so we had to use the same bath towel for a week...a bit long for me so replacing towels or letting us know to bring extras would have been helpful. The grill needed to be lit with a match but there were no matches in the cabin...it would have been nice to have that but proximity to Hanson's Market meant we could pick some up (we decided to use the oven instead). There are several windows without screens so you either have to keep them closed or deal with the bugs. All that said, other than the almost deafening noise, the location is good....walking distance from most of Suttons Bay and the beach access is close.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin\Kathy B.

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

Great area!

The cabin is walking distance to downtown and steps from the lake. It is the perfect location for day trips up and down the peninsula.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn o.

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

Excellent location

This was an excellent location to a fun town. It was just enough space for the two of us, was good with restaurants and fun shopping and a beautiful view of Lake Michigan
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

david z.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin/dhack in suttons Bay

Advertised as being "charming" , not. It is shabby, small, constant traffic noise from M 22 . We left after 2 days of an 8 day reservation.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun

No oven Or storage for food and kitchen supplies you bring. Loud rd. But it was nice. Kids enjoyed the beach and park. The beds were very comfortable also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert a.

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

Great

Perfect cabin for us and our boat. The property is in a great location this is our second stay there we are very impressed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

We were very pleased with the accommodations and appreciated the assistance of managers.

The process was very easy in renting this place. Access to the property was made easier with help of the managers. Everything at the property was just as described. Thank you. We will work on next year when it gets closer to time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil L.

Suttons Bay Visit

Great location, small waterfront access. Very convenient for us. There is some road noise but after sunset once the campfire was going we didn't care.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerri P.

Very nice stay

It was a nice, clean little cottage right down the street from downtown Sutton's Bay. It was comfortable and they provided everything you might need including a few towels, equipped kitchen, a grill and internet and cable. The bedroom did get pretty warm so I was glad we brought a portable fan. The road next to the cabin was pretty loud as well and took some getting use to. The beautiful beach with access was right there with a little playground and having a delicious brewery across the street was a bonus! It was also nice being so close to downtown and a grocery store and laundry mat if needed. Would stay again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Wonderful Location

I stayed at the Cumberland Cottage, and the location couldn't have been more perfect. We were a stone's throw away from the water and had our own little fire pit. Traverse City is 15 miles away and Suttons Bay is walking distance. I'd go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Great location, but....

This adorable, just renovated tiny house-like cabin seemed too perfect. But it is literally 30' from M22, the main highway up and down the Leelenau peninsula, so the traffic noise was just too much, even with the windows closed and the a/c running. Plus the double bed has a footboard, which makes it really hard for a tall person to rest. We were there two weeks, but left a day early. But the location is really great, right at the edge of Suttons Park, 1/4 mile from the Village, laundromat, grocery, great dining, church, beaches, cherries, great sunsets, and so much more. We loved it until we realized we couldn't sleep for the restricted bed and the noisy rumbling traffic. Maybe a week would be better.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Upgrade

We're supposed to stay here, but the property manager upgraded us to a larger unit because this one was in the process of being updated. We had a chance to look at this cottage and discovered it would have been really crampt for three adults. The picture shown on HA is outdated. The walkway is under water. Suttons Bay is a gorgeous place to stay. We hope to return to the Leelanau Penisula.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

stacy w.

Quaint little cabin with a great location

Affordable and would definitely consider a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Daniel D.

Excellent

Excellent response to problem we had with wasps by entry door. Moved us to adjacent cabin and exterminator arrived in morning. Cabin moved to recently renovated and nice while retaining "cottage" charm of past days. Beautiful spot with the bay and Suttons Bay one of the premier places in MI, or anywhere. Will return. Dan and Maureen
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2016