House - Rating 5 (19)

Whispering Arbor


Bedroom 4 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 baths
Half Bathroom 1 half baths
Guests 8 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed
Location Lakeside, MI

  • Location: Lakeside
  • State: MI

Description Description
Vacay Heaven, just a short walk from a stunning Lake Michigan beach! This spacious home, nestled on a lush, wooded 1/3-acre lot with an additional wooded back lot, offers privacy and R and R. It features a large living room with flat-screen TV, a fully-equipped kitchen, a fabulous 3-season porch, and 4 elegant bedrooms—one with an ensuite bath. Plus, enjoy a deluxe Jacuzzi, BBQ grill, firepit, and 2 huge lawns for true bliss! Perfect for relaxation and fun with family and friends.

THE SPACE
Whispering Arbor is a classic 1920s cottage where you’ll immediately feel your vacation spirit rising, thanks to the calm, relaxing atmosphere of the spacious, comfortably furnished home. The living room, with its lush natural lighting and great views, is graced by a wall of windows facing the landscaped front yard, expansive lawn, and tall, mature woods. Want to chill out with a favorite movie or show? Grab a drink and plop down on the cozy couch or in a stylish barrel chair in front of the large flat-screen TV.

Hungry for something scrumptious? The recently updated kitchen features high-end appliances and all the utensils and essentials you’ll need to make delicious vacation meals or snacks. We’ve even seen to it that any coffee connoisseurs in your group can enjoy a cup of primo quality, Keurig-made coffee! In fact, the 4-seater dining table is a common gathering spot for a little morning joe and conversation about your vacay plans for the day.

There’s also a sweet, nicely furnished 3-season screened porch, where you can relax with a glass of vino and get a closer connection to Mother Nature’s magnificent surrounding woods.

Upstairs, you’ll find a nice sitting room area, where you can curl up with a book to your heart’s content. And yes, this vacation rental is pet-friendly—just be sure to mention your pet when you make your reservation.

Each bedroom features plush, high-quality bedding and linens to ensure a sound sleep and sweet dreams, gorgeous natural lighting, plenty of storage space, and wonderful views of the surrounding woods.

MAIN FLOOR
Primary Bedroom: 1 King bed with Ensuite bathroom

2ND FLOOR
Bedroom 2: 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3: 1 King Bed
Bedroom 4: 1 Queen Bed

At Whispering Arbor, the bathrooms feature metro-style vanity sinks, tiled walk-in showers, and designer lighting and fixtures. There’s also a laundry room with a top-end washer and dryer combo—along with all the essentials—for your and your guests’ use.

Our guests know, firsthand, why they don’t call it The Great Outdoors for nothing. The surrounding property is professionally landscaped and rich with majestic tall trees. You’ll also find a set of comfy rattan chairs on the front porch and an inviting deluxe Jacuzzi where you and your guests can soothe yourselves after a long day of exploring. Or get a favorite beverage in hand and sit around the patio’s firepit in the evening, listening to birdsong as twilight turns to night and the stars magically appear in the sky. By the way, if a barbecued meal is desired, check out the fine gas grill on the patio—and chow down. Did we mention a long stretch of Lake Michigan’s fabulous, crystal-sand beach is just a short walk away? Oh, yeah!

Besides being surrounded by natural beauty—and super-close to a premier beach—at Whispering Arbor, you can also enjoy the many fun activities afforded by being just a stone’s throw from the region’s largest recreational harbor, all sorts of woodland, lake, and riverside parks, acclaimed public golf courses, and hiking and biking trails galore. Plus, you’ll be close to excellent restaurants, art galleries, boutique shops, and popular watering holes in Lakeside, Union Pier, Three Oaks, and New Buffalo, as well as a host of nearby award-winning wineries and breweries.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
To ensure a safe and compliant stay, all guests are required to complete identity verification prior to check-in. A valid government-issued photo ID will be collected and verified, and the name on the ID must match the credit card used for payment. When applicable, a background screening may also be required as part of the booking process.

All guests are required to review and sign Juniper Holiday + Home's Guest Occupancy Agreement prior to check-in. While we understand that events can affect your trip, it is our policy to stick to the agreed-upon cancellation policy in the listing. We recommend purchasing vacation travel insurance if you suspect you may need to cancel your reservation.

The minimum age to rent this home is 25.

A non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver is included with your reservation. This waiver covers accidental damage or loss to the rental property caused by you or members of your party up to a maximum of $2,000. This plan does not cover intentional acts, gross negligence, or willful misconduct.

We welcome up to 3 dogs at this home at no additional charge. Please include the number of pets you plan to bring or let our team know after booking. 

Out of respect for our staff and their families, we do not permit check-ins or check-outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day. Thank you for your understanding.

Permit No: STR-24-0053

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Amenities 66 Amenities
  • Acreage
Car/Vehicle
  • Car Necessary
  • Car Recommended
  • Driveway Parking
  • Free Parking
Home Features
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Dedicated Workspace
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Kitchen
  • Laptop Friendly
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Private Living Room
  • Screened-in Porch
  • Washer
  • Wi-Fi
Home Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Smoke Detector
Kitchen
  • Blender
  • Bottle Opener
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining table
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Drip Coffee Maker
  • Kettle
  • Keurig Machine (K-cup)
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine Glasses
Local Attractions
  • Public Beach
Onsite Entertainment
  • BlueTooth Speakers/Sound System
  • Books
  • Smart TV
Pool & Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub
Property Features
  • Fire Pit
  • Garden or Backyard
  • Grill
  • Hammock
  • Multi-Story Home
  • Pet Food Bowls
  • Single Level Home
Safety Features
  • Lock on Bedroom Door
Special Services
  • Cleaning: Included
  • Coffee Provided
  • Concierge
  • Mid-Stay Cleaning Available
Themes
  • Family
  • Romantic
Toiletries & Cleaning Supplies
  • Hair Dryer
  • Waste Bags

Reviews Rating 5 (19) Reviews
Rating 5
Very responsive!
Kelly - Posted: 1/4/2026
Thank you Kelly, so glad our responsiveness helped — we hope to host you again soon!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
The cottage is very cute and quaint perfectly situated on a beautiful dirt road just steps from the beach. The host was very responsive and thoughtful and dropped more firewood off to us during our stay. Everything was clean and the house had everything we needed. My only feedback would be that it was a little bit crammed for 8 people & the primary bedroom and upstairs bedroom temperatures were either very hot or freezing cold, it didn’t seem like the house could regulate to make it comfortable for everyone.
Nicole - Posted: 1/1/2026
Thank you Nicole, glad you enjoyed the cottage. We're sorry the home felt a bit tight for eight and the bedroom temperatures were inconsistent. Thank you for letting us know, so we can have the HVAC checked and future guests can be more comfortable. We appreciate the feedback and would love to host you again.
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Everything was great except when I asked for an early check in they told me they would get back to me 24 ahead of check in . I reached out the day of check in and asked if I could check in 2 hours before posted check in. They did not get back to me until just before check in time
Gay - Posted: 9/22/2025
Gay - We are happy that despite your check-in communication concerns, you enjoyed your trip. Your feedback has been shared with our team as we strive for 5-stars in all areas and hope to host you again soon and provide the service you expect and deserve!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Everything was true to the website descriptions and was in very well kept up condition. Hot tub was great (and we appreciated that they had someone doing a hot tub check while we were there), the fire pit was great and we appreciated the firewood available for us to use). The beach is wonderful and we appreciated all the beach towels, chairs, umbrella, etc that were available. We made all our meals and were very happy with the full use kitchen. Beds were great too- and very quiet at night. We had a great experience.
Ruth - Posted: 9/1/2025
We're thrilled you enjoyed the property and appreciate you taking the time to provide this review!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Fantastic spot. Very communciative the few times we needed help, and the house was clean and well stoxked with everything we needed, including beach towels and beach chairs. The beach was beautiful and close by. You do access it via a large stairway which is typical in this area but may be surprising if you are unaware.Would absolutely stay here again!
Christen - Posted: 8/25/2025
Thank you for allowing us to host you! We're thrilled you enjoyed the property and thank you for sharing this review!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Wonderful Location
Wonderful location and property grounds. Short walk to a beautiful beach. Screened in porch was great! Home was very well stocked. Great for a Michigan getaway!
Anonymous U from Chicago, IL - Posted: 8/17/2025
Rating 5
Very nice house. Very easy to find, enter, and great communication. The house had lots of amenities in the kitchen and for the beach.
John Michael - Posted: 8/10/2025
John - We appreciate you choosing our property for your vacation!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Perfect stay! Cute and cozy cottage that had everything we needed and then some. Super close and easy walk to the beach. Nice big yard especially for families. So many cute nooks/rooms within the home including the screened porch which we loved. Easy and quick communication with the owner. Smaller shower in the master and no closet but not a game changer for us. Would for sure rent again! Highly recommend!!
Lana - Posted: 8/7/2025
Lana - We're beyond happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and truly appreciate you taking the time to share this review!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
I can’t say anything negative! Everything was great and worked perfectly for our family of 4. The combination of the 4 minute walk to the beach and the ability to walk to get coffee or a sandwich was fantastic. Def be booking again!
Nick - Posted: 8/2/2025
Our goal is happy guests and a 5-star experience and we're happy to hear you experienced this. Thank you for taking the time to provide this too kind review!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Great place, lots of space for family, short walk from a stunning beach.
John - Posted: 7/27/2025
Thank you! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Beautiful wooded community walking distance to the beach . A hidden gem Would definitely stay there again Thank you for sharing
Rebecca - Posted: 7/24/2025
Thank you for sharing this, we hope to host you again soon!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Spent several summer days here with friends on a “reading retreat” (We were a group of four). We were looking for a perfect combination of indoor and outdoor space to dine and lounge and chat and space to be on our own to read quietly. The home has so many cozy little reading spots as well as room for shared meals and board games/puzzles. The rooms are clean and fresh and decorated simply with a homey feel. Everything we needed was right there including beach towels and nice bath products. Being steps from a gorgeous beach was wonderful and the roads were lovely for long walks. The home is to cute shops, and we especially enjoyed Flourish book and plant shop and Whistlestop Cafe for coffee and pie. Hosts were extremely responsive, attentive, and helpful throughout our stay including when a small plumbing issue arose as we were packing up to leave. This was a gem of a place for a getaway! Only 90 minutes from Chicago, but felt like we were a world away.
Stephanie - Posted: 6/28/2025
We find this property perfect for a relaxing getaway too and are so happy you enjoyed it!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Great spot for a weekend away.
Hank - Posted: 6/24/2025
Thanks for sharing this review Hank!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Lovely home in a secluded location with a 5 minute walk to the beach. The hot tub was clean and easy to use. Master bath toilet kept backing up and the shower was really small and could use updating. Upstairs bedrooms were small and one had no a/c unit and no furniture except for a bed. Kitchen was small but well appointed and the screened in porch was such a nice addition. It was a bit pricey but I think we were paying for the location. Would definitely stay again due to location and it being pet friendly.
Kelly - Posted: 6/22/2025
We're happy to hear you enjoyed the location of the home and fun amenities, like the hot tub. We appreciate your feedback about how we can improve and will be looking further into your comments. We hope to host you again and provide the 5-star experience you expect and deserve!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Great place and professional host. The lot and overall setting are hard to beat, and especially with the beach access so close.
Neil - Posted: 6/15/2025
Rating 5
Stay
Overall it was a great place with comfortable beds and well stocked kitchen.
linda - Posted: 5/28/2025
Thank you! We hope to host you again soon!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Beautiful memories made. Thank you
Carolyn - Posted: 10/20/2024
We appreciate you choosing our property for your vacation Carolyn!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Here’s a possible review for your Airbnb stay:
“We had a wonderful stay at this property! It was the perfect location, just a short walk to the beach, which was ideal for us and our two young daughters. The house was spacious, clean, and had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our time together. The host was very responsive and accommodating as well. We would definitely recommend staying here and hope to return in the future!”
Tad - Posted: 10/13/2024
Thank you for this kind recommendation Tad!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
Rating 5
Very comfortable beds. Nice bed linens and towels. We enjoyed the fire pit and hot tub. Five minute walk to the beach.
Host was very responsive when we had questions.
Jessica - Posted: 9/30/2024
Thank you Jessica! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the property and fun amenities!
Juniper Holiday + Home staff
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