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Lakefront Cottage on South Manistique Lake

Germfask vacation home with kitchen

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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curtis, MI
  • Place, South Manistique Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tee Lake
  • Place, Stuart Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Germfask

On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of South Manistique Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Stuart Lake. Kennedy Lake is within 9 miles (15 km) and Manistique River Roadside Park is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • South Manistique Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Stuart Lake - 19 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 24 min drive - 23.7 km
  • East Lake - 27 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Oswald's Bear Ranch - 60 min drive - 62.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tally Ho - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪B-Grand Coffee Bar & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Shipwreck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪bryants highbanks restaurant and lounge - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Chamberlain Ole Forest Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Cottage on South Manistique Lake

Escape to South Manistique Lake in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located just outside of downtown Curtis. Wonderful lake view with 200 feet of frontage to enjoy.
Master bedroom has a king bed and attached bathroom. It also has great lake views and walk-in closet for storage. Bedroom 2 has another queen bed with large closet and lake view. Bedroom 3 has two twin beds with a walk-in closet and a roll-a-way bed if needed.

Open floor plan with fully stocked kitchen to fulfill all your cooking needs. Large TV in living room with Roku for guest log-in. Washer and dryer available in closet by the kitchen.

Enjoy peaceful days on the deck overlooking the lake followed by roasting marshmallows at the fire pit at night. Take a tour of the bay with the three kayaks and two paddle boards or try out the great fishing the lake offers. Bird watchers will enjoy the regular pursuits of the Kingfishers that perch in trees by the water or the regular visits from a variety of ducks, geese, Loons, and occasional Osprey and Bald Eagle sightings. Watch the woods at the front of the house for daily deer activity among other wildlife. Great location for stargazing and also near hiking and snowmobile trails.

If you are looking to explore, we recommend area attractions such as Tahquamenon Falls, Kitch-iti-kipi (Michigan’s largest spring), Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore, Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Oswald’s Bear Ranch, Garlyn Zoo Wildlife Park, or rock hounding in Grand Marais.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Log cabin is off limits. Please do not play on the dock sections when they are being stored for the winter.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: House is not babyproof at this time.

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Lakefront Cottage on South Manistique Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

L O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at this cabin. The home was super clean, with everything you might need for your stay. We visited Grand Marias and Tehquamenon Falls - and never had to worry if we wouldn’t have something when we got home. We cooked at home a few times and ate out at some wonderful restaurants.The lake is so peaceful and quiet and the home is very spacious for its size. Beds were comfortable and it was nice to have 3 bedrooms . We’d love to stay again, my son loves to fish and looks like he would have loved it here. It was very central to many attractions in the U.P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
great home, super clean. well stocked. beautiful views and sunrises. close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The rental was perfect. Wish we would have done the summer to enjoy the water more. It would be perfect for families with small children and swimming. We did fish out of the kayaks one day. Loved that it was furnished with absolutely everything you could possibly need. Loved that it was simply furnished but tastefully done.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it! Our 3 year old granddaughter was obsessed with the little beach area. It was nice that it was groomed, clean and sandy. There was nothing that wasn’t carefully thought of by the host. The home is spotless! We brought items we won’t need to pack next time because they had everything. Access to the dock to park our boat is a big perk. Our kids enjoyed the kayaks too. We’re already planning next years family vacation and returning here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect and very clean with all of the amenities you could need. Communication with Ryan was easy and he was very responsive with any questions we had along the way. The lake was gorgeous - we enjoyed fishing, playing on the beach, and campfires each night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property had everything you could need, right down to the dry firewood. Very clean and well taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay! The house was clean and well stocked with everything we might have needed. Check-in was easy and communication with the hosts was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing Trip

Great house for our group, well equipped kitchen, perfect location on the water.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RaeLynn A., Green Lake, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Great location and property. Comfortable home right on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10

Well stocked house, lots of amenities, perfect spot to get the family together to go snowmobiling.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Great place for snowmobiling. Trail is literally at the end of the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay, good central location

House was in a good location. View was beautiful. House was very clean and well stocked. We were disappointed that you could not fish from shore because it’s too shallow and we were informed that the pier would be taken down after we had already paid. You can’t launch the row boat from the shore either due to it being so shallow. So we weren’t able to use the boat either.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lawrence b., Hartland Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay

best stocked vacation home we have ever stayed in. everything was clean and the view of the lake was just 20 yards outside of the large living area with floor to ceiling windows. highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B., Frankfort, in

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall color trip

We enjoyed our stay. Everything was as listed. Host very responsive to questions. Very serene atmosphere. We were able to travel around the area. Got to see 3 of the Vreat Lakes and lots of fall colir
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Labor Day Girls Weekend

Hosts were great! Home was great! Location was great! Will DEFINITELY stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phyllis C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Upgrades

Need to upgrade bath fan in hall and get better mattress for middle bedroom. Other than that it was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dave & Marj 24

Great place, well keep and very well furnished. Peaceful and great to relax. Would highly recommend it
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Pleasant and Relaxing

My family and I had a wonderful time! The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It was a very comfortable place. I really enjoyed hearing the Loons, it was so relaxing. My husaband even saw a Wolervine
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for family lake vacation!

This was the absolute perfect place to stay for our family. The yard was gently sloped to a sandy shore so that the kids (2, 5, 7 years old) were able to easily and safely play in the water. We could even see them playing from the kitchen and living room inside the house. The dock was awesome for bringing our boat. We had a great time fishing and boating. We could not believe how well stocked the house was. They had everything you could possibly need, and more. The downtown area nearby had some nice little shops and great ice cream. We did one day trip to Mackinaw City which was really nice, but mostly, we just hung out at the house and on the lake. We would 100 percent book this place again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

This was the first time out family was in the UP and this was a perfect location. We were in driving distance of everything we wanted to see. Pictured Rocks, Tahquamenon Falls, Mackinaw City were all within and hours drive. The house was well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms. Everything was very clean and the checkout instructions were very easy to follow. There were several games to chose from as well. My son's loved having kayaks available and the row boat was a fun surprise. They caught a couple fish from the kayaks. We would recommend this rental to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway!

This home made our vacation so much better! We were so impressed with everything that is available in the home and how well everything was stocked! There was also more than enough room for everyone(4). We loved that this home was only 1 hour away from some great hiking spots, and Pictured Rocks and Tahquamanon Falls! The colors were amazing, it was like it was peak when we were there! Overall this was a great home and vacation. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Colors and reminiscing

I can't say enough about how nice this cottage was. My daughter uses vacation rentals all the time and said this was by far the nicest and was amazed at how well stocked your home was. Your hospitality is top notch. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent all around!

Everything went very smoothly for our weeklong getaway to the UP. A wonderful area, clean and spacious cottage, with a cozy ambience. Thoroughly enjoyed this experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023