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Lake Front Cottage Right Across Street ORV And Snowmobile, Blue Bear trail

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Starvation Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬

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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.

Lake Front Cottage Right Across Street ORV And Snowmobile, Blue Bear trail

Spacious Cottage on Starvation Lake Front that sleeps 14! 4 bedrooms, 2 Bath, 1 huge loft with double bed and bonus Game Room.
Ride right out the driveway to the trails! Rates also include the use of kayaks (with equipment rental agreement signed and dated). Separate game room with pool table! Pontoon boat rental available for fee of 700 per week and larger pontoon for 1000 per week. Contact owner for details.

Fully furnished Lakefront cottage with boat dock for your water toys! Walk right out to beach, no long stairways to climb up/down.

Right across the street from Blue Bear ORV trails bring your SLEDS, ATVs etc. Plenty of parking and room for all your toys.

The Starvation Lake Country Store has many conveniences including GAS, fishing licenses, ORV licenses, live bait and everything you forgot at home. The Hideaway Bar & Grill and Starvation Lake Country Store are within walking distance.

The wonderful relaxing atmosphere, single- family, multi-family, or large group vacation rental.

1st bedroom- with queen

2nd bedroom- with queen

3rd bedroom - with 2 bunk beds

Upstairs includes separate 1 bedroom with 2 twins/Queen bed and loft area with 2 Queen bed.

Large fireplace

Full laundry and bonus room

Nice deck to relax and charcoal / gas grill

Fire pit/ we are unable to supply firewood. It can be purchased at local gas stations and from locals who cut wood and sell along side the road.

Pet-friendly with a 25.00 fee per night.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Starvation Lake. Laundry facilities and an arcade/game room are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Starvation Lake and 8 minutes by car from Twin Lake
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking of any kind inside, outside only.

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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 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 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind inside, outside only.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lake Front Cottage Right Across Street ORV Snowmobile

Lake Front Cottage Right Across Street ORV And Snowmobile, Blue Bear trail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location perfect for a great family retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zackary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with many amenities! 10/10 we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here before and will stay here again. Great proximity to the trail system. Plenty of parking. Very relaxing environment.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

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

Great place to stay!!

We loved this place! Right on the lake, large enough for family and friends. Would stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

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

Perfect getaway spot!

Always a great time staying at this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Pat B.

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

Family fun

This place was great for our family gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great weekend away

This was our second time staying here, had a great time and decent weather. Plenty of room for 7 adults and 4 kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location for family fun. The trails are right across the road and the house is right on the lake. Beautiful beach and water to swim. Some good fishing too. We will surely be back.Rita was quick to respond to any questions we had and a very pleasant host. We look forward to another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wil T.

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

nice stay

great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A nice location for a winter getaway!

Works very well for families
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Comfortable

Rita has everything we needed to enjoy our time away. The spot is perfect for a family getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

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

Beautiful location

We all loved the beach front property, access to quad trails, kayaks, paddle boats and serenity of up north Michigan. Would love to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sammy O.

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

Fantastic view

Had a blast here. The lake is great and probably 15 steps from the door. Very spacious place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Perfect location for large groups with an amazing view of the lake. Close to trail head and store with gas. Perfect for a weekend of riding trials.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Great place!

We stay here because it’s great for snowmobiling. Close to trails. House is clean and has plenty of room with all the basic amenities you need. We have stayed here before and will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

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

Amazing place!

A vacation that we look forward to every year with our family! Perfect place to relax and enjoy the lake up north! Very peaceful setting and great location overlooking the beautiful, clean lake. The cottage has a ton of room and has all the amenities you need to vacation comfortably for a week. We love this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Always happy

Perfect place whether winter or summer . The view of the lake alone makes it all worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Precept location for trail riding

Cabin is perfect for large groups with easy access to trails, gas and a party store. Rita is a great host. Very responsive. This is our fourth time staying and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

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

Always a great experience

We’ve stayed at this property a few different times, and have always had a great experience. Rita is quick to respond to any questions. It’s a great place if you have a large family or dogs staying with you. Plenty of room. Very cozy, comfortable, and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Great place in a great location. We rode trails on side by sides. Plenty of rooms. Right by Hideaway bar. Too cold for the water but the beach was sandy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Great place to stay!

We have stayed at this home before and love the convenience of getting to the snowmobile trails! While the Michigan weather was not in our favor this year we stilled had a great time with friends. The house is well maintained and has all of the amenities you need. Plenty of room and the bonus game room is great for the kids to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lies R.

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

Great place on the lake!

The location is spot on! Right off the lake with a great sandy beach for the kids to play. Renting the pontoon for a day was always great to get out on the lake. The house was kept up nice and the extra play room with the pool table was fun. The beds are old and weren't the best to sleep on but overall we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy J.

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

New Years get away

We had a great weekend with our family and friends. The game room was great for those that stayed up later after the kids went to bed and the kitchen had plenty of room for us to cook and feed our 3 families during our stay. There were lots of bed options to accommodate the adults and kids as well. The location is great for snowmobiling, however the weather did not cooperate this time. Would definitely look at booking this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

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

Relaxation Plus

We had an amazing week with family! Clean and comfortable! Rita is an amazing host, she had this home fully stocked with supplies! My grandchildren loved the beach, and we loved how easy it was to supervise them due to the close access! Eagles and Loons galore! <3
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024