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Lakefront Cottage: Hot Tub, Fireplace, Fire Pit
Welcome to Greenhouse Cottage! Relax in this lakefront home on all-sports Buhl Lake! This home is newly updated, professionally decorated & ready to host your favorite travel memories. Just under 20 min from Treetops & Otsego and under 30 min from Boyne & Schuss ski resorts for all your downhill thrills! Trail 4 Access. Mod furniture, hot tub, wood stove, fire pit, kayaks, paddle board, outdoor heated pool (Summer only), and ATV Trails await. Your ideal home away from home is waiting for you!
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
Luxurious Creek Retreat With Hot Tub
Welcome to this luxury cottage on the water. The perfect place to relax and unwind while listening to the waterfall and babbling brook flowing past only a few feet away. If you're looking for privacy and tranquility along with all the pleasures of a luxury stay then look no further. This property boasts a propane fireplace inside as well as one outside, in-floor heat and A/C. Fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms with hotel quality mattresses and a bathroom that exudes high-end style and decor.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Cottage 5 min. To Saugatuck W/ Sauna + wood stove
Quiet and peaceful. The perfect place to escape to nature and serenity as you relax in front of the wood stove in our cozy cottage! under 3 minutes from Saugatuck Dunes State park, which leads to Lake Michigan (a 5 minute bike ride). 5 minutes from Downtown Saugatuck and all kinds of local shops, restaurants, and entertainment! 10-15 minutes from Holland for enjoying annual festivals such as Tulip Time or Girlfriends' weekend Downtown! Come get cozy and reset away from the hustle and bustle!
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
The Knotty Pine - Relaxing Lakefront Cottage
Enjoy what The Knotty Pine has to offer! This lakefront cottage gives you access to Lake Erie fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, & swimming. This home offers two outdoor decks – one spacious for your family to eat, relax & BBQ & a smaller private deck off the main bedroom. The sunroom is THE spot to be in this cottage! Bask in the sun all day and enjoy the water views. It’s a truly spectacular getaway for you and your family! **stairs to water are only installed during early-May to mid-Oct
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4.86 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews
Nordic Spa - Hot tub/Cold plunge/Sauna
NO HIDDEN FEES! Rates shown reflect the Grand Total, including taxes and cleaning fee. Welcome to our Nordic Spa - A year-round space of relaxation, away from the hustle and bustle, and complete with private sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge. Enjoy a peaceful stay in our cottage, located in beautiful Grand Bend. The home is equipped with AC, gas fireplace, WiFi, full kitchen, workspace, and two spacious patios. Explore the nearby Pinery Park, Grand Bend Beach, Ipperwash Beach and more!
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Tiny Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
This tiny luxury 2 bedroom cottage is perfect for a romantic couple or small family getaway. Nestled on 1.5 acres among majestic trees and granite outcrops, creates beautiful views from the deck with BBQ, fire pit, hot tub or massive windows throughout the cottage. Water dam and river across the road create relaxing waterfall sounds that are heard from deck or enjoy it close up from the private shoreline deck and dock. Explore the Muskoka River on the kayak, SUP or river tubes.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
Casolena Panoramic Waterfront Cottage in Tobermory
Casolena is an elevated lakefront retreat in Tobermory, curated for guests who value nature, privacy and thoughtful design. Its distinctive architecture features expansive lake & sky windows, creating an open and immersive space filled with natural lights from sunrise to sunset, and making every moment here an experience that can’t be truly captured in words. ⭐ Unparalleled panoramic lake views ⭐ Private water access ⭐ Exceptional double-lot privacy ⭐ Pet-free, smoke-free
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Peaceful Peninsula. A Private Waterfront Oasis.
Please note summer bookings (end of June-end of August) is weekly rentals Friday to Friday. Come and unwind on a private peninsula with water surrounding you on 3 sides. Peaceful peninsula is the perfect private, tranquil getaway. A place for mind, body and soul to find rest. NEW! CEDAR BARREL SAUNA with panoramic views, hot tub, seasonal outdoor shower, wood stove, 2 outdoor fire pits and a day bed in the gazebo all provide ample opportunities for relaxation. ST-2020-0226
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
Tamarack by the Bay - Waterfront Cottage
Location; location; location. Spectacular year round waterfront cottage on Lake Huron 10 minutes from Tobermory. Featured in an article of Trips to Discover. Entire main floor walkout, 9 foot ceilings and 2 decks await your visit. Private access to the water along with supplied kayaks and paddleboard enhance your stay. Large firepit will allow for many hours of evening entertainment. See video tours on You Tube: "Welcome to Tamarack By The Bay" by CL Visuals and Calvin Lu.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 376 reviews
Scenic Lakefront Near Town w/Hot Tub and Lake Toys
Experience winter Up North at Blue Pearl Cottage on quiet Kassuba Lake! Your prime basecamp for snowshoeing, ice fishing, and quick drives to premier skiing at Treetops Resort, Otsego Resort, and Boyne Mountain. After hitting the powder, take in serene frozen lake views from the deck and wood swing, or cozy up inside. Only 3.8 miles to downtown Gaylord's dining and pubs. Includes a fully loaded kitchen, gas grill, and easy keyless self-check-in. Book today!
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
Cozy Cottage on the Lake.
Cozy Cottage on Five Lakes. Close to the expressway , snowmobile trails and downtown Gaylord. Fully stocked kitchen, fireplace, high speed internet and a smart TV so you can stream your favorite shows or just watch Netflix . Bring your kayaks and your fishing poles - nice deck to watch the sunset. Dogs are welcome for an additional one time fee of $35.00. There is no fence and because this house is on the lake dogs and children must be watched at all times.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 401 reviews
A-Frame Cottage, Fire Pit, Coffee Bar, Sleeps 4
Trade the hustle and bustle for peace and quiet at our cozy retreat, just 5 minutes from the heart of Sister Bay. Tucked away on 1.6 acres of serene woods filled with beautiful beech trees, the cottage is your perfect getaway spot. Kick back on the spacious front deck, unwind on the screened-in porch, and soak in the natural beauty all around. Inside, mid-century modern vibes meet cozy comforts, with everything you need for a relaxing, stress-free stay.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 247 reviewsPopular amenities for cottage rentals in The Great Lakes
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Kabin Tapoke | Wild Kabin | Hot tub-Sauna-Sunsets
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Lake Cabin: Private, 6BR, HotTub, Sauna, GameRoom
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews
Dock | Modern Muskoka Waterfront
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews
Lake Erie | Beachfront | Hot Tub | Pet Friendly
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
Hot tub open year round in modern/rustic cottage!
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews
Couples Forest Wellness Retreat w Thermal Circuit
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews
Cape Cottage Tobermory- Waterfront on Lake Huron
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Hale Haven - Lake House w/ Hot Tub and King Bed
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviewsPet-friendly cottage rentals

Your Soulstice Studio
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 467 reviews
Spider Lake Cottage - the perfect secluded getaway
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
The Granary Northport . Rustic Modern Seclusion
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 339 reviews
Beautiful Beachfront & Sauna
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews
Ultimate Georgian Bay Vacation Getaway
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
The Allegheny A-Frame
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
Escape to Falconview, Huntsville-Muskoka
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews
Waterfront Casa in wine County w/SAUNA and HOT TUB
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviewsPrivate cottage rentals

European A-Frame on 6 Private Acres with Sauna
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews
The Hobbit House on Spider Lake
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
Hockley Riverside Cottage • Loft and Bunkie
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews
Stonecliffe Cottage on Lake Huron
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Mushroom House-Earl Young’s home! New AC
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Picton Bay Hideaway
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Birch Cottage - Torch Lake, Beach, Kayaks + SUPs
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Cedar Lodge on Lake Michigan
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsDestinations to explore
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