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'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gladstone, MI
  • Hiawatha National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach
    1 min walk
  • Little Bay de Noc
    2 min walk
  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    17 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.

'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park

'Little Bay Getaway' is a great place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan, or to serve as a hub for your adventurous UP getaway vacation. This air conditioned property features front and back decks and a large firepit in the back yard to enjoy the outdoors. Also features a Japanese style bidet for a touch of luxury! Tastefully decorated and well-equipped, this adorable little cottage is ideally located across the street from Van Cleve Park and Little Bay De Noc and is within 5 minutes walk of the following attractions...

* New "Little Bay de Noc Trail" biking trail that follows the shoreline. Trail head is directly across the street from the cottage and we provide two adult and two kids bikes free of charge!
* Gladstone Beach (Rated one of the Top 5 Beaches in Michigan)
* Kids Kingdom Play Area (see link to Pics)
* New Public Fishing Dock complete with lights for night fishing and a fish cleaning station
* Fitness Course
* Skateboard Park
* Scenic Lagoon, Marina, Boat Launch and Gazebo
* See the video in the pictures section for some aerial views of Van Cleve Park across the street from the cottage (borrowed from our sister cottage the Eagle’s Retreat)


Gladstone is also a perfect location for exploring all that the Upper Peninsula has to offer. Within one hour drive you can enjoy...

* Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore
* Fayette Historic State Park
* Big Springs (Kitch-iti-kipi), the largest natural spring in Michigan located in Palms Book State Park
* Sugarloaf Mountain, Presque Isle Park and historic Marquette
* Iron Mountain Iron Mine
* Splash Island Indoor Waterpark (20 min away)
* Dozens of gorgeous waterfalls and walking / biking trails
* The Island Resort and Casino
* Eben Ice Caves
* Miners Castle Rock and the Lake Superior Shoreline
* Hiawatha National Forest
* Numerous golf courses, lighthouses, museums, and more!
* Take a day trip to Mackinac Island, rated the Number 1 Summer Travel destination in America in 2018! The ferry terminal is a 2.5 hour drive from the cottage so a day trip is very manageable.

Little Bay De Noc is the Walleye fishing capital of the world and is home to many major fishing tournaments. In addition to Walleye you can also fish for Salmon, Bass, Trout, Perch, and several other species. Charters are available locally or you can fish from the newly constructed fishing dock which is just a few minutes walk from the cottage.

In the winter months you will find Gladstone to be an ideal place for your skiing, snowboarding, ice fishing, or snowmobiling getaway. Snowmobiles are permitted on Gladstone city streets and local trails connect you to the rest of the Upper Peninsula and beyond. The recently renovated Gladstone Sports Park is perfect for beginner to intermediate downhill skiers and it boasts 3 rope tows, 1 wire, and 1 t-bar. It also has a snowboard run with a regulation half-pipe and an indoor chalet with concessions. The cottage is just 38 miles from the stunning Eben Ice Caves which is becoming one of Michigan's top winter destinations!

There is plenty to do in Gladstone and the surrounding area no matter what the season. Other activities include lighthouse tours, gambling, golf, cross-country skiing, ATV trails, wreck diving, etc. etc. etc. Just let us know what you are interested in and we will try to help you arrange an unforgettable getaway!

The 'Little Bay Getaway' is well-furnished and features both front and back decks to you can chose whether to enjoy the great view of Little Bay de Noc in the front or sit and relax around the firepit in the large wooded back yard. It also features air conditioning which is unusual in this area. Inside you will find a full kitchen and a large master bedroom with a sitting room to enjoy the view. The sitting room has a futon for additional sleeping room and the futon is partitioned from the main bedroom by a curtain. The fold down couch in the living room is very comfortable and is a perfect spot for up to two children to sleep after a long day at the park. The bathroom features a full size shower and a Japanese style bidet seat on the toilet which has proven to be popular with our guests! There is even an acoustic guitar available for guests to use around the fire at night.

Upper Michigan has been named one of the Top 10 Travel Values in the World by Lonely Planet, the only place in the USA to receive this honor. Come up for a visit and discover why!

Keywords: Cottage, Lake Michigan, House, Little Bay de Noc. Lonely Planet's Top 10 Value
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. A kitchen and a patio are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and Hiawatha National Forest
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Gladstone cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Ron

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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.
  • Note from host: Some toys and movies provided

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 and a first aid kit
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.

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'Little Bay Getaway' Cottage near Beach & Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Little Getaway
One can't ask for a better location to enjoy the outdoors right across the street from the large, local park. We enjoyed daily walks along the bay, sat at the beach and soaked up the sunshine. Next time, we'll bring our fishing gear.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
August Trip
We really enjoyed our stay at Little Bay Getaway. The property was very well equipped and even had an air conditioner which we used on two days. Would definitely book this again on any future trips back to Gladstone. The only suggestion we have is the mattress needs to be replaced. Mark. Ann and Amanda Goodman
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little House
This was our third year renting this adorable house. Excellent location - beach just across the road. Good size yard for our Corgi to run around in. Well stocked kitchen and bath. I recommend a larger bed with sheets that stay in place. Safe area. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey g.

Liked: Cleanliness
summer vacation stay
This cottage is the absolute perfect location for the beach 4th of july fireworks and parade. The playground and beach are across the street. It is very comfortable. We stayed for a month and had a great time.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit back home
Convenient location. Easy walking around town and park.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A pleasant stay
This was our second stay here and we were happy to be there both times. It’s comfortable and relaxing the location is convenient to amenities yet quiet. Having the park and lake across the street is great. Owners and caretakers were attentive. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C., Jackson, Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Nice property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anita B., Riverside, IA, Washington Co

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Second Stay
This place suits us well. We have mobility issues so level entry, step-in shower, and washer/dryer in kitchen are helpful. Van Cleve Park is perfect for giving our dog exercise. The "Info" drawer is full of helpful hints for where to eat and what to do. We highly recommend Little Bay Get-a-Way
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald B., DeFuniak Springs USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gladstone with the Michigan Grands
Cute, comfortable cottage close to our Michigan family. Beautiful weather and lots of fun things to do. Would love to come again, especially when it is so hot at our home in Florida.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great place!
This place was perfect for our stay! We had one child and a doggo and we were perfectly located near the park and beach. The home is very well appointed with everything we needed and very homey. The owners detailed everything we would have had questions about during our stay. Thanks so much, we WILL be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect anniversary
My wife and I came up to this beautiful cottage for our 25th wedding anniversary. The property was perfect...check was good...and the communication of the property management was above and beyond. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual U.P. Trip
Although the outside is unassuming and could use a little work, the inside was very nice. It was super clean and had many games for the kids, a stocked kitchen and the location was great. Our kids (12 & 8) enjoyed the large park across the street. We appreciated the location as its near lots of food options, grocery stores and many fishing docks to choose from.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Great location. Very clean. Kitchen equipped with anything you need. Second time staying here - definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

sandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lication
Close to places and people we came to Michigan to visit
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. Decent location. Beach right across the street.
Cute little cottage for a couple day stay. Beach and park are right across the street. Trailhead for bike path to Escanaba also across the street. Used it as our base for UP adventures for a couple days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Very nice property and owner very helpful and friendly. Had everything you could possibly need!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ciara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Perfect for a small family. Directly across from the lake and an amazing park. Gorgeous location and exactly as described! We may book again for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paisley P., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
We stayed at the Little Bay Getaway while visiting family in Escanaba. It offered us a quiet place to rest after our large family gathering. Great location relative to the park, playground and beach. Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a fantastic stay. From start to finish
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
VERY ACCESSIBLE
We are mobility impaired and this cottage fit most of our needs well. Would have been better with strong grab bars in bathtub or, even better, a step-in shower with sturdy bench. Our dog loved walking/running in the park across the street. Low-tech as we are, never did get any electronics up and running. Kitchen is well supplied. We laughed at the number of fridge container lids in cupboard, but without containers! Not a problem as we ate out for all meals but two. Well furnished with good reading lights, though the daybed in the bedroom extension could use replacing. It's likely we'll rebook another year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit family & old friends
It was wonderful! An adorable cottage next to the park and Lake Michigan is so close! We felt welcomed and comfortable with the homey feel and wonderful amenities. We’d love to stay again! Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
little Bay Getaway was cozy, comfy and just what i like.
It was a cozy cottage with a great view of the bay out front. Lots of windows, and everything I needed including washer/dryer, grill, and tall oak trees. I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K., Shepherd MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The cottage had everything we needed. The park and beach across the street is beautiful! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute. Right across from the beautiful beach . Cute sunporch. Loved having a washer and dryer to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable!
There was everything we needed and more for our stay there. We were able to drive to Tahquemenon Falls, Pictured Rocks and Kitch iti kipi during our stay after coming from Mackinac Island. The kids had a blast at the park and beach just across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022