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Unique round home Lake Michigan waterfront. Sunset views, fire pit, dog ok.

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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On the beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Northport, MI
  • Place, Christmas Cove Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Northport

On the beach.You'll be steps from Christmas Cove Beach and a 5-minute walk from Lake Michigan. Peterson Park and Christmas Cove Farms are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Christmas Cove Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 27 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 33 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Front Street - 49 min drive - 64.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 57 min drive - 70.8 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Yard & Lake - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Mosqueda - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fingers Crossed - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tucker's Of Northport - ‬11 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.

Unique round home Lake Michigan waterfront. Sunset views, fire pit, dog ok.

Make this your amazing Northern Michigan vacation retreat tucked away on beautiful Lake Michigan on Christmas Cove. This highly desirable area is just north of Northport. 1 bedroom plus loft and 2 bathrooms welcomes up to 7 guests. This home rents weekly Sunday to Sunday only during prime summer months. Memorial and Labor Day weekends require three nights.

Unique round home with two levels. Located on a quiet side street, facing west for great sunsets. Dark night skies for star gazing and shooting stars. There are 39 steps to the beach stepping onto beautiful sandy frontage. Wow does it get any better than this!

Main level bedroom has 1 Queen. Open concept loft upstairs has 1 Queen and a futon. There is a sofa bed for overflow sleeping. HDTV, DVD, CD player. Internet access. Full kitchen with dishwasher. Washer and dryer. Cell service can be intermittent.

Catch falling stars in the dark night zipping across the horizon. Beach chairs and picnic table for lounging while you enjoy the gentle breezes. Gas grill and deck. Views of the Manitou Islands and Fox Islands. Easy drive into the village of Northport. Enjoy summer and fall farmers markets and music in the park in the village of Northport. There are plenty of fun places to dine in town, as well as a brewery, a bowling alley, and live entertainment. Head a little further north to the Leelanau State Park and Grand Traverse Lighthouse. About 45 minutes to Traverse City or the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Your well-mannered pet is welcome. No air conditioning.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 7.

Bedroom 1: Queen bed || Bedroom 2: Queen bed and Sofa bed futon || Bedroom 3: Sofa bed futon (LOFT)

OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Gas grill, Beach chairs, Picnic table, Fire pit, Exceptional sunsets & views, Swimming

INDOORS: WiFi, TV, DVD player, Board games, Books, CD player, Puzzles, NO cable

KITCHEN: Coffee maker, Dishes & utensils, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dining table, Cookware

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, NO A/C, Linens & towels, Smoke alarm

PARKING: Space for 3 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Pet allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Cancellation: Reservations canceled at least 30 days before arrival will receive a full refund. Reservations canceled between 14 and 30 days before arrival will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 days before arrival.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • 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: 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 welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals 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
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Northern Lights Lake Michigan Northport Cabin
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Northern Lights on Lake Michigan in Northport
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1118-49041

Unique round home Lake Michigan waterfront. Sunset views, fire pit, dog ok. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Zac E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes and wonderfull
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the setting and beautiful art infused cottage. Definitely will return another year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I've stayed here many times in the past. It was very clean and tidy. Had everything I needed. Peaceful and quiet. I need to cook, so am always happy to stay where the kitchen is fully equipped. The beach is 34 steps down, but when you get there it's always a WOW moment. I love it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

We enjoyed our stay, quiet privacy and good spot for the sunset convenient to downtown Newport. We surely hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pepper F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen L., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

Good location and amazing views for sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique and Beautiful Location

Super unique and cute house. It was super warm inside even despite the high winds at night coming off the lake which was great. The interior had everything needed for a cozy stay, and was very dog friendly. The cleaning service could do a better job. There was dust all over the furniture and under the master bed it looked like it hadn’t been touched in a long time, my dog was obsessed with trying to clean up whatever was under it. Possible the place had sat empty for awhile before we stayed. Overall a great place for the value we paid in late October, with lots to do around the local area during color change. The biggest issue was the cleanliness when we arrived but it wasn’t bothersome enough to put a damper on the trip and we would return again. The outdoors was more overgrown then I’d expect for that area. Beware of ticks if you have a dog and go down to the beach, we found about 20 total on ourselves and our dog over the course of two days in late October from just one walk down to the beach. The stairs to the beach are a bit intense if you are not an able bodied adult as well. The outdoor grill is in rough shape with a couple burners that didn’t look function. We didn’t find out if it was as the propane tank was empty, but wasn’t too big of a deal as we just cooked inside instead. Overall it had a beautiful view of the lake, and if it was summer the beach itself would compensate for any other issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, warm and comfortable

Stay was great and awesome location. Quiet, comfortable and close enough to downtown Northport.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Northern Lights

Beautiful spot for sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen L., Ann Arbor

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great locations!

We enjoyed our visit and the location was great! Very disappointed with the water in the house, its smell horrible like a rotten-egg. We had to brush our teeth with bottle water. And the house need to be more clean. When we get there the dinning table and the counter so dusty!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy dome home nestled in the forest!

The windows all across the front of the home made this cabin for me. The views of the forest and Lake Michigan were magical. The wood burning stove was such a treat in the evening. We lounged on the deck for hours. The kitchen was fully stocked which made it a breeze to make our meals. It is close to town and many outdoor adventures. Surrounded by beautiful nature! Would definitely recommend this lovely cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amrita R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Place!

Was an amazing trip! Definitely recommended, private beach area is so beautiful. Great to have the dog with us! Would recommend bringing bug spray and plenty of food to cook in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T., Pontiac

ITS ALL ABOUT THE VIEW

We had an amazing time at the home. The location was spectacular, and there was lots to do without even leaving. Will be back for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Klaus W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whispering dome

Wonderful property with lots of charme and beautiful views. The beach is private and pristine. But only one bedroom has privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alastair T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getting away from it all

We had a great stay here. The location was exactly what we were looking for. Far enough away from town to not run in to other people on the beach but also close enough we could easily enjoy Northport and other Leelanau towns. We spent a lot of time enjoying the deck and the view through the woods to the lake. The sunsets are amazing. The steps down to the beach could be a bit scary for anyone with difficulty walking. We were okay but thought about if our parents had joined us. The fire pit was not in a convenient location we never ended up using it. It wasn’t close to the house or in view of the beach. The beach was amazing. We did lots long long walks along it and found a bunch of petoskey stones. It was a thrill for our daughter with each one she found.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gail Z., Kalamazoo

Liked: Cleanliness

It was a great place for our family vacation

In my nephew's words . ."It's Good'
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019