Here's the 12 best cottages for rent on Lake Michigan right now

No summer in Michigan is complete without a trip to the one of the state's lakes (Great or otherwise) and there's no better way to enjoy it than a cottage. It's your chance to unplug and unwind and savor the simple joys of summer, and there's certainly no shortage of options. From massive beachside retreats to cozy cabins off the beaten trail, we've compiled a list of some of the top spots near the Mitten's sandiest coast that you can rent and end your summer on a high note.

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ColomaAvg. Nightly Rate: $233 A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
Coloma
Avg. Nightly Rate: $233
A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
ColomaAvg. Nightly Rate: $233 A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
Coloma
Avg. Nightly Rate: $233
A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
ColomaAvg. Nightly Rate: $233 A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
Coloma
Avg. Nightly Rate: $233
A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
ColomaAvg. Nightly Rate: $233 A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
Coloma
Avg. Nightly Rate: $233
A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
ColomaAvg. Nightly Rate: $233 A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
Coloma
Avg. Nightly Rate: $233
A summer cottage that is stocked with croquet and badminton supplies, if you are into that sort of thing. There is a fire pit in the yard for nightly campfires. Walking around the neighborhood lets you take in the sounds and smells of nature, without the noise of the city. It's simple and easy, and hopefully, just what you had in mind.
Suttons BayAvg. Nightly Rate: $280 The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons Bay
Avg. Nightly Rate: $280
The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons BayAvg. Nightly Rate: $280 The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons Bay
Avg. Nightly Rate: $280
The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons BayAvg. Nightly Rate: $280 The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons Bay
Avg. Nightly Rate: $280
The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons BayAvg. Nightly Rate: $280 The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons Bay
Avg. Nightly Rate: $280
The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons BayAvg. Nightly Rate: $280 The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!
Suttons Bay
Avg. Nightly Rate: $280
The Harbormaster is where location, convenience and the northern experience meet. Located just under a mile north of the quaint town of Suttons Bay, directly off of Leelanau county’s most beautiful roadway M-22, the Harbormaster boasts unobstructed views of the serene Lake Michigan from the front of the property. Walk just twenty steps off the back porch to find the famous TART trail where you can bike, walk, run or cross-country ski safely over 10.5 miles leading to not only Suttons Bay but also portions of Traverse City and all the postcard-worthy sites along the way. The Harbormaster is where Northern vacations begin and lifelong memories are made!