Boona Vista|Lake Michigan Beach Front Cottage
House in Leelanau, MI
Why you'll love this stay
Outdoor Living
Private beach, fire pit, and deck for lakeside mornings.
Location & Accessibility
Stunning lake views with quick drives to Leland and wineries.
Group & Family Friendly
Plenty of sleeping areas and kid-friendly touches.
What guests are saying
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 39 reviews4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 39 reviewsGuests consistently praise the stunning views and peaceful setting near Lake Michigan, making it an ideal retreat for families. The cottage is noted for its charm, cleanliness, and well-equipped amenities, including an outdoor space perfect for relaxation and beach activities. Many appreciate the host's responsiveness and the dog-friendly atmosphere. Overall, visitors enjoy a cozy and comfortable stay, highlighted by memorable sunsets and easy access to the beach.
Property details
Sleeping arrangements
Bedroom 1
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Common space
1 TwinXL Rollaway Bed
What’s included
Self check-in
Parking
EV charger
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets allowed
Guest reviews
Brian
Perfect week up north!
July 2026
We had a great experience at Boona Vista! Location is tough to beat. 5 min from Leland and 15 from Glen Arbor. The mostly private beach setting is tough to beat. Path leads down to fire pit with adirondacks and a dedicated stretch of sandy beach just for you. There were 4 adirondacks on the beach which was great. No neighbors on the beach within 50-75 yds either way. Good Harbor Bay is shallow with a sandy bottom until you get pretty far out. The house had an updated kitchen and was perfect for our family of 4. Laundry is located in basement but not an issue for us. The lofted bedroom does get warm during the day but seemed to cool off by night time. I think for a minimal cost the mattress quality could be elevated if looking for improvements. We had a great week and staff was great with communication and available if needed! Would highly recommend a stay here!
Dawn
July 2026
This beach cottage was absolutely perfect. Views were stunning, the beach was practically private, great for evening walks, throwing the ball to our pups & using the beachside fire pit. Morning coffee on the deck with views of a beautiful lake was a great way to start our day The home has some updates that are amazing. Loved the kitchen. Well stocked with everything we needed. All appliances were new & great. Open concept was perfect as well. The back of the home has huge windows. Sitting in the living space gives you perfect views of the lake. Everything was clean, spotless & smelled great. Beds were comfy. Shower was great The home is just a bit off a busy road but it was quiet & road noise was a minimum. You can’t beat the location. Easy drive to Traverse City, all of the hikes, Glen Arbor & Leland. We drove to Leland for an amazing breakfast. The Cove is a great dinner spot. Thanks for allowing us to bring our pups. We needed some peace this week & we found it.
Melissa
June 2026
This house has such a beautiful setting! Right on the lake, so quiet and peaceful. We spent most of our time outside on the beach and enjoying a fire at night and it met our expectations! The only thing that would have made the outside more enjoyable would be a clearer path to walk down to the water. The current path is very thin and the grass and flowers have overgrown into it. Inside, the house is exactly like the pictures and we enjoyed the layout as a family of 3 - plenty of sleeping options and areas to gather as a family. The house is set in a beautiful wooded lot which adds so much charm but the slight downside is cobwebs outside on the deck and there were lots of large ants inside the house. I think it’s just the price you pay for an excellent location/setting but may deter some from the experience. We really enjoyed Glen Arbor, an adorable town just over 15 minutes away, easy drive - many food options there. Overall, I’d recommend this place based on the property and location
Katherine
June 2026
I’ll preface this review with saying that we received a full refund and the customer service regarding our issues was not an issue to deal with. However, here is a honest description of our “trip”. I was shocked this beautiful place was available last minute when I booked and the view is absolutely stunning. However, as we checked in at 4pm, things started unraveling in the home. 1. The furniture and the inside is not up to date on the pictures. You’ll find a two seater couch, old rocking patio chairs inside, no Keurig, and a garbage disposal that backs up. 2. The beds are all awful twins pushed together that feel like you’re sleeping on rags. 3. The bathroom has an old yellow tub, all flooring feels uneven. 4. The staircase is terrifying. 5. The outside by the beach is overgrown. 6. Was completely dirty when we stayed: dog hair all over the sheets, dirt on sheets, ants coming in the back bedroom all night, musty smell, dog slobber on windows, hairs on the towels, hair on couch.
Know before you go
House rules
Check-in: 4:00pm
Checkout: 10:00am
Pets allowed
No smoking
No parties