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North Shore Retreat: Cozy cabin on Lake Michigan

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Aerial view
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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Manistique Township, MI
  • Manistique Boardwalk
    9 min drive
  • Manistique Lighthouse
    15 min drive
  • Manistique Central Park
    16 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

North Shore Retreat: Cozy cabin on Lake Michigan

North Shore Retreat
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 2
*LAKEFRONT (Lake Michigan)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
​​​​​​​*ARCADE CONSOLE ADDED THIS YEAR

Spend a few peaceful days at North Shore Retreat and you'll understand why we say, “Inspiration Lives Here.” Whether you're writing, painting, birdwatching, spending time with family, or just getting away from it all, we're confident you'll find yourself refreshed and inspired by the natural beauty of the northern shore of Lake Michigan and the comfortable surroundings of this home located on the waterfront in the south-central Upper Peninsula region.

North Shore Retreat offers stunning views of the waterfront right from the bed and fall asleep gazing at the stars through the two overhead skylights.
The fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and living room offer fabulous views beyond the slightly sloped yard to the vast Lake Michigan waters. You'll feel like you're at the ocean – but without the sharks! Watch the ships far out on the horizon or watch the birds and wildlife right up close in the yard. Brew your morning coffee in our Flex brew coffee maker (by the pot or single K-cup) or visit one of the excellent coffee shops in downtown Manistique.

THIS COTTAGE HAS OUTSIDE VIDEO SECURITY MONITORING.
Outside video security CAN NOT be disabled.
Security Cameras: Due to the secluded nature of North Shore Retreat, we use “smart cameras” to monitor the property entrances, snow amounts, and property conditions. The security cam mounted above the garage door remains on at all times. Other outdoor security is enabled only during periods of vacancy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: No, the cooling lake breezes, open windows and fans typically keep the home within a very comfortable temperature.

Bathroom:
Full bath on main level
Full bath in upper loft area

Beach/Swimming: Walk right out the front door to a beautiful sandy beach. For the past year and a half Lake Michigan has provided a nice wide sandy beach. With the Great Lakes water levels changing periodically, we are pleased so far with the sandy beach. The lake bottom is a mix of sand and flat tock, so water shoes are nice for swimming.

Bedroom Configuration:
Bedroom #1 (upstairs in a large open loft): King size bed.
Bedroom #2 (main floor, adjacent to the kitchen/hall): 1 queen size bed & 1 twin bunk bed

Boats: There are 2 kayaks, paddles, and limited assortment of life jackets available for guest use Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Cell phone service: There is Starlink for Wi-Fi calling, and a network extender for cell service that provides stronger cell service for most carriers.

Distances/Things to do:
* Kitch-iti-kipi-Big Springs: 26 mins (18.3 miles)
* Pictured Rocks: 1 hour (52.5 miles)
* Fayette State Park & Historic Town Site: 47 mins (40.8 miles)
* The Kewadin Casino: 4 mins (2.4 miles)
* Indian Lake Golf Course: 21 mins (13.2 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1.5 hours (83.3 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 1 hour and 22 mins (84.7 miles)

Dock: There is no dock as it is on Lake Michigan

Fireplace: There is a wood fireplace, please bring your own wood.

Fire-pit: Yes there is a firepit

Fishing: Nearby Indian Lake is good for fishing

Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online

Fishing poles: Fishing poles are not provided at the property

Grill: Yes there is a propane grill for your use.

Grocery Store: Jack's Fresh Market 735 E Lake Shore Dr, Manistique, MI 49854

Handicap Friendly: There is a bedroom on the main level which also has a full bathroom

Hiking: If you enjoy hiking, you're welcome to explore our 20 acres and the new Cedarwood Trail, or head out to some of the best hiking trails in the state at nearby Indian Lake State Park, Fox River Pathway, and Ashford Lake Pathway, to name just a few.

Internet: This property has Starlink Internet and is fast and reliable.

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. This property provides high thread count sheets, pillowcases, and plush bath towels.

Parking: 2-3 cars and you are welcome to also park in the garage.

Pets: No pets are not allowed at this property

Privacy: 20 PRIVATE Wooded Acres with a new marked trail called Cedarwood Trail (some acreage is separated by the road)

Snowmobiles: Can NOT snowmobile from the property.

Closest trail is Trail #2, 4.6 miles from house (intersection of Hwy 2 & Tannery Rd.) or Trail #421, 8.4 miles from house (intersection of Hwy 2 & County Hwy 432).

Space: 1400 sq ft

Televisions: There are 3 TV's- 1- with DirectTV, Roku, and DVD in the main living room and 1- Smart TV with DirectTV in the main level bedroom, and 1- with DirectTV, DVD & VHS in the upstairs bedroom.

Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though.

Washer and dryer: Yes, there is a washer and dryer available for guest use.

Wood: Firewood is not provided. Please check out Jack's Fresh Market located at 735 E Lake Shore Dr, Manistique, MI 49854
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and 9 minutes by car from Manistique Boardwalk
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Manistique cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

78416

North Shore Retreat: Cozy cabin on Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful get away
We enjoyed all the aspects of this wonderful lakeside getaway. Sandy beach, plenty of activities to keep young kids entertained, and a peaceful setting. Would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private cabin on the lake - exactly as pictured!
Fantastic home in a beautiful setting. Comfortable furniture and beds. Look forward to coming back. Recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
If you like peace and quiet, beaches, and water, then this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations
Looking at the venue, how could it be better? But it was. First the negs… upstairs bed too soft mattress , and then MOSQUITOES! You’re in da UP hey, and in cedar bog so gotta expect.. but when yard grass is 2 feet? (Helps the blood suckers launch) FWVR resolved the issue by days end. The downstairs room is not handicap friendly…. Daughter had to negotiate the stairs to the shower, The chairs in nook well worn. The website underserves the site. Many items not shown- they have a crock pot and blender-we were gonna take. Took a heavy chaise… only to find several in the garage (pictures waay outdated) The owner has a penchant for organization: Tissues in every room, clearly marked locations, and sleep machine in bedroom, foot bath outside. Surely the owner spends time here as everything is here as in a home (pictures missing) TV system provides recording! Used. The Nook was used extensively. We brought our own bird feeders and the humming birds quickly arrive. The is expansive and provided non-stop waves sound and includes a waterfall!. The extra refrig was used and a bonus.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
A very comfortable home with great views of Lake Michigan. Love the annexed sitting room to read while enjoying the sights and sounds. Broad lakeshore expanse with room to roam. Lots of local places to hike... but BEWARE of ticks! Great communication with management.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location!
Beautiful home with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. The beach is wonderfully secluded and the woods are beautiful in fall. One of the best places we’ve been to. Just loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
UP Cabin
The entire family enjoyed the cabin and being right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront at Manistique
We really enjoyed the our stay in Manistique. Its central location on the eastern half of the Upper Peninsula allows for access to all the key sites one would want to see, such as Pictured Rocks, Tahquamenon Falls, as well as many parks for hiking. All of which we visited. The home has great lake views and a nice rustic feel which fits the woodsy Upper Peninsula.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we hoped for!
We had an amazing experience at North Shore Retreat. The property was quiet, private, beautiful, and a great place to relax. The house was clean and well stocked with everything that anyone would need for cooking or enjoying the beach. The art supplies for painting rocks were a unique and creative touch. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation spot!
We enjoyed every moment at the property. It was clean and easy access to nearby town. We loved the art station!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect!
This property and house were absolutely perfect!! My husband, I, and our 2 boys loved our stay! Pulling up we were all in aw of the views! Anything we ever could have needed was at the house. The beds were comfy, the house was clean, plenty of linens. The beach was right out the back door, play toys, beach chairs, and a ping pong table in the garage we loved too! The whole wall of windows on the back side of the house left the most beautiful views from inside the house. The sunroom we didn’t really use but it’s a nice cozy spot to sit and listen to the sounds outside. The house wasn’t built in 2023, but that did not effect our stay in the least bit. There is a cute little town about 5-10 minutes away that had a lighthouse, boardwalk, and the best little ice cream spot that we hit a couple nights! I am so glad we picked this house! If we ever make it back up to the area I would 100% stay here again. I would recommend it to any friends or family. I am sure there is so much more I could say about our stay, My boys are still talking about our time up there and how awesome it was, and how many memories we made up there!! <3 Thank you for sharing your wonderful house with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lake cabin!
The cabin was great! All the “extras”! Perfect view and extra helpful management team.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a FANTASTIC stay
The property was beautiful, comfortable, well kempt, had all the amenities we could ask for. The management company was always quick to respond to our questions & very helpful. We enjoyed the deer visiting every day. The view of Lake Michigan was stunning. We hope to come back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Get Away
We have been coming to the UP for the past four years, but this was our first time at North Shore retreat. We loved the location of the property and enjoyed beach walks and the trail on the property. The home was very clean and provided everything we needed. We loved the fireplace and sipping morning coffee in the sunroom. We are hoping to make a return trip late summer 2023 and would enjoy staying at North Shore retreat again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
Great house right on Lake Michigan. House was clean and had extra supplies (kitchen equipment, towels, to vet…). Nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don't even do it justice!!
We had a great stay at the North Shore Retreat! Everything was clean and comfortable. The property is absolutely beautiful. The beach was clean and we never saw anyone else. Our kids loved the rock painting station. The property is set up with everything you could need. The kitchen was well stocked with basic cookware and tools. We also really enjoyed having tea in the morning looking at the lake from the 3 seasons room. Hoping to come back to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin P., Western Springs, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway
We had a short stay at this relaxing property and I didn't want to leave. It was a nice treat to walk into a freshly cleaned home and feel right at home. The beach is right out the front door and so beautiful. Everything we needed was there. Jack's grocery is 10 minutes away. As stated in the listing: Internet is spotty. So not great if you are planning to work remotely...but fabulous if you are trying to unplug. TV did work. Host responsive. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place depending on your needs
The location and home are lovely. The house isn’t new by any stretch, but it functions well. The beach was beautiful with a lovely fire pit. The master is actually a loft and the only other bedroom has a queen with bunkbeds all in the same room. This wasn’t an issue for us since it was just a couple spending our anniversary together. With a family that could be logistically challenging. The Internet is a DSL that is somewhat spotty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kurt a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Retreat
Really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful scenery at this location and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manistique Vacation
This home is just as pictured, clean, with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. It has a nice sized yard and a large private beach, also has a huge deck for relaxation! There is a sun room off the side of the kitchen, when it’s door is shut you can barley hear the kids or the tv in the main room, so perfect for reading.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house!
This place had everything you needed and more! Beautiful view, so secluded. Only issue was the dead fish on the beach 😞 but that was along the whole coastline. Definitely want to revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Betty H., Lagrange,ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront get away
Loved the house, outside up keep could be better, dead shrubs in front of deck overlooking the beach and lake, not a nice look at all, with a little landscaping and brush clean up would be amazing view, over all had a very nice time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Michigan Never Disappoints
This is an attractive home. It is well furnished & the kitchen is well equipped. The lot is wooded & very private, but pleasantly sunny on the deck & facing the beach. The beach is wide, sandy & very inviting. We had typical early June weather; cool & windy (not swimming weather) which we were prepared for. On the days that were not comfortable for outside activity, we enjoyed watching the beach & waves from the cosy comfort of the living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lakefront Property with Everything to Make an Amazing Vacation
We stayed here for 2 nights on a tour of the Upper Peninsula. Pulling into the property you are greeted with a beautiful view of the lake through the trees. The cottage was well laid out, organized, clean and comfortable! The extra room off the dining area was a favorite to sit on the chairs and listen to the waves roll onto the beach. We used the large grill both days and appreciated the kitchen layout, size and organization. The kids loved the sandy beach, creek and trail to explore. Overall a wonderful place to stay and will recommend to family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
My kids and I rented this home as a private getaway to get through the one year anniversary of my husbands death. It was the perfect place of serenity. The teenager found plenty to do and the little one and I loved walking the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021