Cottage Charm

Cottage Charm: Vibrant Design & Front-Row Views of Lake Huron

Cottage life doesn’t get much better than this: a vibrant, newly remodeled cottage just 10 minutes from both Grand Bend and Bayfield. Take in the big, beautiful views of the lake from a picturesque flagstone patio designed to give you an incredibly comfortable front-row spot .

Spend a whole day outside without leaving the cottage grounds: stretch out in a hammock for an afternoon nap in the lake breeze, or sink into an ultra-comfy outdoor lounge chair to catch up with your favorite people. Take a set of shared steps (with approximately 50 stairs) to a semi-private beach on Lake Huron. Uncork a bottle of wine, sear some steaks on the grill, and sit down to dinner as the sun sinks. Then make your way to your private fire pit ringed in Adirondack chairs for s’mores under the stars.

Inside, a colourful, modern design puts a smile on your face—from the distinctive light fixture and quirky “ghost chairs” in the dining area, to the bright sectional sofa and floor-to-ceiling, lake-view windows in the living space. Even the kitchen is cheerful and full of light, with open shelving and vivid art, plus lots of counter space for crafting your vacation meals.

SLEEPING SPACES

An excellent option for two couples or a small family, the cottage sleeps up to six in two bedrooms plus a sleeper sofa. The first bedroom features fun orange sherbet colors and a queen bed; the second calms with shades of cornflower blue and sleeps two in a double bed. Both bedrooms share a bathroom with a stand-up shower and a vessel sink.

Extras at the cottage include a TV with DVD player and free Wi-Fi. We especially love the comfortable outdoor furnishings the homeowners chose for the lake-view patio—you can easily spend a long, lazy afternoon curled up there, overlooking the water.

EXPLORE GRAND BEND AND BAYFIELD

Both Grand Bend and Bayfield are within a 10-minute drive of the cottage, making it easy to stroll Bayfield's quaint Main Street (and catch one of the world's best sunsets at Pioneer Park) or take to the water in Grand Bend with its sandy, lifeguarded beaches and watersport rentals. Sample both Grand Bend's nightlife and Bayfield's boutique shopping, and visit the farmers markets in either town to pick up local ingredients for dinner. Or let someone else do the cooking—both towns have plenty of options, from fine dining to casual pub fare.

ABOUT YOUR HOST

I’m Jennifer, I’m under Lake Huron’s spell, and I know you will be, too. I started Cottage Stays to share my own home with like-minded travelers who appreciate escaping to life at a slower pace and enjoying Huron County’s natural beauty and thriving communities. Your peace of mind is my priority, and I’m here to help make sure you have the best vacation possible.