Vacation rentals with lake access in Kalkaska County

All Season Cottage on Manistee Lake -Pet Friendly!

Have fun with the whole family at this house on Manistee Lake. Grab some coffee and relax on the deck enjoying quiet and peaceful views of the water. This all-sports lake offers swimming, fishing, ice fishing, boating, and more. Enjoy them all and then head out for a day trip from this perfect location. The surrounding area also has snowmobiling, hiking, and UTV trails. Inside the house, you'll find all of the amenities of home. We can't wait for you to find your own favorite attraction here.

Classic Northern Michigan Cabin

Relax with the family or a group of hunting and fishing buddies. Just off Bear Lake and 5 minutes from the Manistee River. Loads of public land everywhere. Newly remodeled kitchen, living, and dining rooms 2024! Less than a mile from ATV/Snowmobile Trails, the Whistlepig Lodge boasts over an acre and a half to sprawl out and a super clean space to hang out or to just use as base camp for your outdoor adventures. Great restaurants within a mile and the town of Grayling is just 15 minutes away!

Fox Folly Cabin | Cozy Up North

Fox Folly Cabin is a cozy, all season cabin in beautiful Northern Michigan. It is nestled among the pines, less than a mile from beautiful Bear Lake, and 5 minutes from the Manistee River. Whichever season or adventure you seek, Fox Folly will be a great base for your time Up North. Guests will have access to pristine, all sports Bear Lake, ORV trails, and not to mention, the best tourist sites are all within about 1.5 hours travel! Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate trailer parking.

No Cleaning Fee / Lake Access / 2 Kayaks / 2 SUPS

Escape to our little sliver of paradise! This newly constructed 480 sf private suite is just steps away from an access to Log Lake. To help you unwind, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 2 tubes for floating, and 2 basic sets of discs for disc golf are available for guests to use. The suite is also centrally located in Northern Michigan... only 30 min - 1 hr from Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Gaylord, Grayling and Cadillac, making it the perfect home base for day trips to area attractions!

Jack’s Place

Welcome to Jack's Place! This fully renovated cottage is located just outside of Kalkaska. It shares beach access to our sandy Manistee Lake and is located in a quaint cottage community. ORV's/Snowmobiles are welcome as trail systems are easily accessible from your front door. Parking for 3 vehicles and a truck/trailer combination. Main floor is open concept that leads to a wrap around deck with BBQ gas grill. The basement is finished with two twin beds, futon, pool table. Laundry room.

North Blue Lake Escape - A Waterfront Oasis

Come stay away at N Blue Lake with over 50 ft of lake frontage & private dock, boat launch 1/4 mi from the property. Year-round fishing in abundance. Less than 1/4 mile to access Blue Bear Trails & Kalkaska Co. ORV and hiking trails. Visit nearby Hartwick Pines. We are also a short drive to Traverse City, or Schuss or Boyne Mountain for skiing or golfing to experience all things Pure Michigan! Other golfing and canoeing available within just 15 minutes. See more @up_northbluelakeescape !

True Up North Lake Front Cottage

Perfectly located 3 bedroom cottage on East Lake. Quiet lake surrounded by beauty. Cottage comes fully equipped with outdoor shower, fire pit, gazebo, kayaks, movie room and finished garage. 30 minutes outside of Traverse City and centrally located to some of the best destinations of Northern Michigan. Hiking trails, Off road trails, Torch Lake, snowmobile trails, restaurants, Manistee River, ski destinations, golfing, and more is located within driving distance. Book your stay!

Lake! Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Kayak

• Lakefront!! Peaceful Perch Lake (no-wake, no gas motor) • Adventures: Wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Golf, Skiing • Fire pit, hot tub, screened deck with amazing lake views! • 4 Kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 4 inflatable river tubes, large dock • Game room: shuffle board, electric dart board, smart tv, board games • Updated interior - 3 bedrooms, 5 beds + sleeper futon • Gas grill • Work remotely - Good wifi! • Sparkling clean & modern • Great fishing • 22 miles E of Traverse City

Lazy on the Lake

Come up north and enjoy the peaceful, laid back feel of country living.  Wake up early and go down to the dock, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the sun rise over the lake. Traverse City is 20 minutes away where you have the national cherry festival, fine dining, casinos, and world class winery's with beautiful views of the bay. Orv trails abound, and in the winter, this year round cabin is in the heart of the snow belt with some of the best snowmobiling in the lower peninsula.