Dip In & Chill Out: Our Top Vacation Homes With Private Pools

It’s no secret that vacations along Lake Michigan deliver on scenic beauty, charming beach towns, and moments of true relaxation, but nothing elevates the experience quite like a stay in a Bluefish vacation home with its own private pool. Whether you’re planning an adventurous family-and-friends getaway or a laid-back romantic escape, these exceptional Michigan vacation rentals with private pools offer the kind of luxury that turns spontaneous swims and long sunny days into an everyday experience. Pair your stay with everything you’ve come to expect from Bluefish — like homes with stylish interiors, ideal locations near and on the beach, plus a host of special experiences that can be arranged with our Concierge Services — and you’re in for an unforgettable summer vacation. Let’s dive in.

Waterfall Getaway On The Lake | Union Pier, Michigan

Perched on over 90 feet of private Lake Michigan shoreline in Union Pier, the expansive Waterfall Getaway on the Lake lives up to its name with not just one but two thoughtfully appointed homes. With seven bedrooms and space for up to 20 guests, it’s also ideal for family reunions and large-group gatherings.  This Michigan vacation home’s biggest crowd pleaser, though, is easily its standout outdoor pool with a cascading waterfall and hot tub, all set in a sprawling resort-like atmosphere right on the beach.

Wheel Tree Cottage | Sawyer, Michigan

Tucked away on a secluded one-acre lot in Sawyer, the newly built Wheel Tree Cottage offers an inviting mix of comfort, modern style, and privacy with four bedrooms for up to 12 guests. Start the day with coffee in the three-season room, then sync your playlist to the Sonos system that extends to the patio area, where you’ll discover a heated pool, hot tub, and firepit—perfect for relaxed swims, sunset soaks under string lights, and nights together around a fire. You can also take advantage of the onsite EV charger and easy adventures to Warren Dunes Beach, just a few minutes away.

Sunset Shores Cottage | Harbert, Michigan

Set in Harbert’s coastal woods, Sunset Shores Cottage offers the best of everything just steps from one of the largest stretches of shoreline in the area at Cherry Beach. Designed with both relaxation and functionality in mind, this four-bedroom home features a year-round sunroom that overlooks the pool, allowing easy indoor-outdoor living.

Guests can choose between two outdoor hot tubs—one open year-round and the other built into the heated pool. With a full acre to spread out and various vantage points revealing glimpses of Lake Michigan, Sunset Shores is a tranquil base for beach days, evening soaks, and everything in between.

Lake Michigan’s Premier Resort-Style Vacation Rentals

Explore our complete portfolio of vacation homes with pools and reserve your summer stay with Bluefish today. From quiet mornings with coffee on the deck to sunny afternoons full of shenanigans in the water to starlit evenings in your own secluded oasis, we look forward to welcoming you to your dreamy poolside retreat.