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
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Beach view
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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 transportation
Car recommended
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
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
Smoking not allowed
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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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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
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 motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting. Visit our Suttons Bay travel guide
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?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Steps to Beach! Dog-Friendly Suttons Bay Cottage located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Star Farms and 45 North Vineyard & Winery. Nathaniel Rose Wine and Leelanau Cheese Company are also within 6 mi (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 travelers 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.
This was a perfect location and hopefully we’ll be able to come back to this area in the future!
Deborah B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Michael
6 July 2023
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.
Michael
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Daniel D.
9 September 2022
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.
Daniel D.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jennifer E.
4 August 2018
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.
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
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.
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.
Richard S.
Verified
8/10 Good
Neil L.
25 June 2019
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.
Neil L.
Verified
8/10 Good
Kerri P.
24 July 2018
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!
Kerri P.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maureen L.
20 September 2017
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.
Maureen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Susan M.
13 August 2017
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.
Susan M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brian B.
3 August 2017
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.
Brian B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
stacy w.
19 June 2017
Quaint little cabin with a great location
Affordable and would definitely consider a return trip!
stacy w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
8/10 Good
Daniel D.
26 September 2016
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