Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Manistee

Retro-Modern, Fenced Yard, Near Beach, Eats & Fun!

Make your vacation a retro experience and relax into the 70s vibes in this newly updated, pet-friendly home. With an unfussy, fenced-in backyard, this 4-bedroom home sleeps up to 10 and includes curated books, classic games, vinyl records, and retro dress-up accessories. ✿ 1-min Walk to groceries and great takeout ✿ 3-min Drive to beautiful beaches on East Bay ✿ 10-min Drive to Downtown Traverse City and Old Mission Wineries Your life of leisure in Traverse City awaits! Explore more below.

Cozy Cabin on Croton Pond

This idyllic 1940's rustic waterfront log cabin is a place to relax and unwind in the tranquility of the water & woods. Croton Pond offers 1300 acres of water to explore right off the dock. Spend the day on the water, then cozy up to a bonfire overlooking the water at night. Relax with a good book in the hammock, among the towering trees. Explore the nearby North Country & Dragon Trails for amazing hiking and biking adventures. Come enjoy the peace and quiet of "up north", surrounded by nature!

Modern Farmhouse Style Cottage

Modern farmhouse style cottage for vacation or leisure. Come experience a real haven with all the updates and comforts of home for ultimate relaxation! Highlights include a completely remodeled space, proximity to downtown Lake City and Lake Missaukee public beach and boat launch, private, fenced-in backyard with deck and grill, mood lighting, wine cubbies, stylish backsplashes, tile shower, real hardwood floors, and spacious kitchen. We love our space and can't wait to share it with others!

Mid Century Bungalow

Just outside the hustle and bustle of Traverse City sets this restful retreat. After a day of exploring all that this area has to offer, enjoy a soak in the hot tub under the stars. We are an easy 15 miles to downtown Traverse city. Where you can shop & have your pick of one of the many local restaurants that make TC a ‘foodie’ town. Take advantage of the miles of shoreline with a day at the beach. We are surrounded by hiking and orv trails, & have plenty of room to park you trailer.

My Happy Place - Gorgeous and Great Location!

This is a truly adorable home that is STRICTLY NON-SMOKING, very family-friendly, and pet-friendly! It's been recently renovated and has 3 bedrooms (2 upstairs and 1 downstairs) and 1.5 bathrooms (both downstairs). It has a lovely conservatory that functions as a family dining room. It has a new furnace as well as new central air conditioning. Excellent WiFi with live streaming for television. It also includes bikes and beach gear for use, a washer and dryer, and a portable fire pit.

Red Star Cottage on Mawby Lake: Beach: Boats:Fun

Your family vacation awaits. The Red Star cottage offers swimmable lakefrontage on Mowby Lake. Everything you would want from a north MI vacation is right here! Mowby Lake is spring-fed with a sandy clean beachfront. The updated cottage offers 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Rich with amenities & centrally located to MI's favorite tourist towns. The Bitely area is the gateway to all Northern MI has to offer. Metal rowboat, kayaks, & paddleboat available(away when lake freezes), Dog(s) $50

Walk to the Bay + Cedar Lake | Traverse City House

The perfect house for your northern Michigan vacation. Our place is close to a paved walking/biking trail called the TART Trail, with a peek of Cedar Lake, and about a block west of West GT Bay with access to a Marina and Boat Launch. It is situated at the base of the Leelanau Peninsula and 5-10 minutes from downtown Traverse City depending on traffic. We absolutely love this home and know that you will too!

Buck Lodge at “The Blue Buck Cabins and RV Camp”

Beautiful new cabin accross from trailhead, restaurant, Bear Lake. Perfect for ATV’s, snowmobiles, fisherman, hunters. Unfortunately, we have a strict no pets policy and the person renting must be at least 21 years old with no exceptions. Children are welcome with a renter over the age of 21. Early check in or late departure $35 each if available. Please check with the host.

Warm and Welcoming

Three bedroom ranch in quiet neighborhood with private backyard. **Hosts stay in separate lower level with separate entrance. Wooded trails in back yard. 15 minutes from downtown TC and public beaches. Attached deck area with gas grill and large back yard with fire pit. Children and well mannered dogs are welcome. Coffee, tea, and some extras provided.