House in Fort Gratiot Township, MI

Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron

Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron

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Sandy Feet, built in 1935  under a soaring pine at the end of a row of cottages
A gas grill, firepit, and vintage croquet set are all available at Sandy Feet
Vintage wicker is cozy & comfortable for reading, playing cards, drinking coffee
A perfect sunroom with sliding doors & screens on three sides
View from the front porch, looking towards the lake

Overview of Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Fort Gratiot Township, MI
  • Popular LocationBirchwood Mall3 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Gratiot Lighthouse9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Water Bridge16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 - Beach Room

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron

VRBO is wrong. Sandy Feet Cottage has a deeded access beach that is a 3 minute walk, about 2 blocks, to a beach that is shared with 6 other cottages. Please ignore the Artificial Intelligence created language above the property title that says that it is a 7 minute drive to a public beach, which is correct if you want another beach. We have been unable to have VRBO make the appropriate changes to list the property correctly. Sandy Feet’s beach is accessible by walking only, and is a very short distance away. View the photos to see the access point and beach. ******************************************* COVID 19 Update: The following steps will be taken to ensure the safety and health of our guests and mitigate the spread of C19 or any other virus:

1. Additional cleaning and sanitizing by disinfecting the cottage with professional, hospital-grade cleaners that are specified by the CDC/EPA to address C19 virus.
2. Cleaning staff will be spending extra time on disinfecting all doorknobs, light switches, remote controls, etc. as recommended by the CDC.
3. All guests will have access to additional paper goods (plates, napkins, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.) as well as disposable silverware, cutting boards and additional cleaning & disinfecting supplies.

Special note regarding Feb., March & April 2024 rentals: No internet, tv streaming or cable tv will be available. Guests during these 3 months will be given a refund of $50 for stays up to 3 nights, or $100 for stays of 4 nights or longer to mitigate the inconvenience.

At the end of a row of 5 cottages, along a private street, sits a 1935 cottage, Sandy Feet, that embraces 21rst century living without letting go of its beloved past. This quaint & timeless *air-conditioned* cottage sleeps 7 - 8 comfortably in three bedrooms (Primary bedroom with new king mattress & adjustable frame in 2022, 'Beach Room' with 2 XL twin beds & pullout twin trundle, & 'Bunk Room' with 2 twin bunks & antique Ranch Hand's bed). Sandy Feet's daily & weekly prices are completely *inclusive* of cleaning fees and taxes. All the basic amenities for guests (paper goods, soaps, spices/condiments & coffee/tea/hot chocolate) are included - even oatmeal and cinnamon rolls for breakfast and cookies warm from the oven!!

Nightly and weekly rates (as well as minimum stay) vary depending upon the season. Check the calendar for the rate on your requested dates. There is an additional charge for more than 5 guests, including family/friends who arrive/sleep after your arrival date.
Relax at Sandy Feet in a living room with leather couch, large screen TV (Netflix & Hulu), board games & puzzles, a full kitchen, dining room, bathroom with shower, and sunroom/enclosed porch (with a small view of the lake). Located across the street from Lake Huron, a giant deck wraps around two sides of the house with gas grill, umbrella table, chairs, and loungers. The huge yard, great for badminton, bocce ball & croquet, also has a fire pit for evening bonfires. There's a garage with scooters and all the beach toys & games imaginable for the young and young-at-heart. Grab your lightweight wagon with beach chairs, towels and cooler (provided) and head down the block to the paved path to the beach where you can gaze over miles of open water, with it's ever-changing waves & sand. And there's no better place on earth to sip a cup of morning coffee and watch the sun rise.

Sandy Feet Cottage is in a superb location in Fort Gratiot Township on the 'north end,' only 1 mile from the mall and all of the major superstores and restaurants (both local-owned favorites & all the chains) - and less than 5 min. to Starbucks, Barnes & Noble Books, and Krafft 8 Movie Theater. You're in downtown Port Huron in 10 minutes, with all of the great shops, restaurants, farmer's market, River Walk, marinas and more. The picturesque vacation village of Lexington, with their great summer music series, quaint shops, fun beach and long pier walk is only 15 - 20 minutes to the north of Sandy Feet. And for those visitors not from SE Michigan, it's no more than 60 minutes to Tiger Stadium and the Fox Theater in downtown Detroit to catch a ballgame or professional theater.

With this quick and easy access, unusual for most cottage experiences, there is some road noise from nearby Lakeshore Road. This is the only access up the 'thumb' of Michigan, so guests hear traffic noise when on the deck or lawn, or windows are open.

This charming cottage has antique wicker in the sunroom, local vintage postcards on the walls, a very unusual antique 'ranch hand's' bed, mission rocker, maple Shaker dining set, and other retro touches. But there also are three 'smart' TVs (49' in lvg rm) with Netflix and Hulu Plus provided (and very basic cable for a bit of network TV), a recently-remodeled kitchen with microwave and all needed small & large appliances, a Bluetooth music system (streams music from apps like Pandora or Spotify or play your own stored tunes in your smart phone or tablet), washer & dryer (supplies provided), and high speed internet augmented with an additional router to be sure there is plenty of strong Wi-Fi access for all of your devices. We want you to be able to relax on your vacation, so in addition to linens & towels (both bath & beach), all paper goods, shampoo, soap, spices, coffee, tea & hot chocolate are provided. There's even extra sunscreen, bug spray, toothpaste, & deodorant if needed! Cozy throws & blankets are located throughout the cottage, but a new gas forced-air furnace will make Sandy Feet toasty in an instant. And for those 'dog days' when fans & the lake breeze are not enough, there's central air conditioning. Vintage, yes, but re-imagined for the 21rst century.

In the spring of 1919, Harry S Truman returned from duty in World War I & married Elizabeth 'Bess' Wallace. The couple spent part of their honeymoon at the Harrington Hotel in Port Huron, MI. Their daughter, Margaret, wrote in her biography of Bess, 'For the rest of his life, whenever Harry Truman wanted to regain the radiance of those first days with Bess, he simply wrote 'Port Huron.' For him it was a code word for happiness.' It's our code word for happiness too, and it will be yours as well as you discover the Blue Water region.

Property manager

Darlene Rushing
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The cottage is child-friendly but not child-proof.

Events

No events allowed
Violators will be immediately evicted & no refund.

Pets

No pets allowed
Violators will be immediately evicted & no refund.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, no candles or flame for any reason
Noise - Fort Gratiot Township has a noise ordinance from 9 PM to 8 AM which must be observed by all guests. Violators will be immediately evicted.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Violators will be immediately evicted & no refund.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Gratiot

Located in Fort Gratiot, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Huron and Lakeport State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Thomas Edison Depot Museum and Stones 'N Bones Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Glacier Pointe Ice Complex and Sawmill City. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.

What's nearby

  • Birchwood Mall - 3 min drive
  • Lakeport State Park - 6 min drive
  • Fort Gratiot Lighthouse - 9 min drive
  • The Great Lakes Maritime Center - 11 min drive
  • Blue Water Bridge - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Huron Station - 17 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Cracker Barrel - 9 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Applebee's - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Port Huron - Sandy Feet Cottage, steps to Lake Huron located?

This family-friendly Fort Gratiot holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Huron and Birchwood Mall. Thomas Edison Depot Museum and Lakeside Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Staff & service

5/5

Amenities

5/5

Property conditions & facilities

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Our family truely enjoyed our stay this past weekend. Thank you for making a tough weekend a little bit easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Cannot say enough good things about this property and property manager Darlene! First off, the description is spot on. The property is tucked away in a very nice and quiet neighborhood, just steps away from Lake Huron. Once you step inside, you will feel right at home. Everything you need to take the stress out of your stay is provided. We were able to sit out on the large deck and watch the sun rise in the morning and set in the evening. We found the games and Ping Pong table to be a great way to relax after a long day exploring the area. We had such a great time and will definitely be booking this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Marvin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Great Summer home
Sandy Feet is always well taken care of. Stocked with everything we need. Just like being at home but off Lake Huron. Ms. Darlene is always kind and available for any questions or concerns. Love that place and all my summer neighbors. Looking forward to 2024! Marvin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
My friends and I loved our stay. The Sandy Feet Cottage was everything and more than expected. It was comfortable inside and out. We played outdoor games that were provided by Darlene, enjoyed the fire pit, walked the beach, and baked cookies she provided for us if the freezer. The sun porch was relaxing and cozy for morning coffee. It was so nice. Thank you Darlene.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing and enjoyable
All the little nautical themed touches in this cottage made us feel so relaxed and at home. We had such a lovely time. We enjoyed the fires in the fire pit, cooking on the grill and eating on the patio, walking along the beach, and playing games indoors. The Wi-Fi connection was great as we also had work to do on our laptops. We would love to come here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Darlene Rushing

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We left Port Huron in 1989 for the shiny lights of the big city (Pittsburgh, PA), but our heart and home was always in the Blue Water Area. This is the place where we had our first jobs, met, fell in love, did a bunch of community theater, got married, bought our first house and made a lifetime of great friends. We kept returning most every year since leaving, renting various cottages and staying with friends. Whenever we returned, it just felt like coming home. Over the past 25 years, we've grown up and so has Port Huron. It's now a major tourist location with many beautiful (and free!) beaches, lots to do along the river and lakefront (we love the lighthouse), and an increasingly-dynamic downtown with great antique stores, shops, restaurants & coffee shops. For convenience, there's the Birchwood Mall and the vast assortment of superstores on the north end less than 1 mile from the cottage, which was just farmland, Cheap Charlie's, Kmart and McDonald's when we left. We found that with each visit, we found more and more to do and see in this fabulous region as well as visiting with all of our wonderful friends.

Why they chose this property

In addition to Port Huron, we've traveled the world renting homes, cottages and apartments, all across the US and in Turks & Caicos, South Africa, Sicily, Turkey, Ecuador, Canada, Italy, Czech Republic, Portugal, Mexico, France, Germany, Nicaragua, Belgium, and more. After years of renting others, it's great to have a cottage like Sandy Feet to call our own, and to share with family and friends, both old and new!

What makes this property unique

Sandy Feet charmed us with the many features that have been unchanged over the past 80 years - the proximity to the beautiful Lake Huron, a little-used beach in a quiet residential neighborhood of cottages & homes, the three giant trees in the yard (especially the enormous pine tree in front), the great wood wainscoting in the 'Beach Room' (original living room), the log wood-grooved exterior visible on the enclosed porch and the Bunk Room, and the original wood front door with beveled glass and skeleton key. And the fact that it's at the end of dead-end private street with a spacious yard and huge deck. As time goes on, we plan to continue restoring this 1935 cottage back to more of it's historic origins while enjoying all four seasons along Lake Huron and the St. Clair River. Mostly, we plan on relishing more opportunities to come back to our heart's home.

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English

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