Title: Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan ![Outdoor dining - Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan (Hale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88328200/88328151/3ec786c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan (Hale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88328200/88328151/2d5a8e6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan (Hale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88328200/88328151/f636d809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan (Hale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88328200/88328151/c909d267.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan (Hale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88328200/88328151/36857a19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan Welcome to the "Sweet Retreat" on beautiful Long Lake in Northern Michigan. Feel right at home in the newly remodeled lake front home within steps to the water edge. Whether you come to enjoy the peaceful views and star gazing, late night campfires, early morning fishing, ORV trails, or just quality family time, the Sweet Retreat is the perfect getaway for every season to Making Michigan Memories. Located on a 500 acre all sports lake, Long Lake offers a public boat launch, pontoon rental, bar and grill and sandbar to drop anchor and spend a day of fun and sun with other boaters. The gorgeous late Summer nights will want you coming back for more. Trailheads to Huron National Forest, located minutes down the road, offer hunting, ORV/snowmobile/hiking and biking trails that span from Lake Huron to Lake Michigan and up to Mackinaw Island with stunning Fall colors and glistening snow covered trees and trails. Regardless of the season, you cannot get enough of the natural beauty Northern Michigan has to offer. \*PLEASE READ THESE RULES\* Rental agreement will be sent at the time of the booking this has to be filled in full, signed, and returned within 72 hours before the check in date Also a valid driver's license or state ID of the person who is booking the property must be submitted 72 hours before the check in date too. If required documentation is not submitted in the time frame (72 hours before the check in) the reservation could be canceled by the owner. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87140000/87136300/87136206/3c67da18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful, Private Lakeside Retreat on Beautiful Long Lake Hale - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=87136206&PinnedHotelID=87136206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66280000/66276300/66276290/26a87a9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exquisite Cabin on Beautiful Long Lake Hale - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=66276290&PinnedHotelID=66276290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117990000/117981100/117981092/8b35afcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Knotty Nook - Lakefront with Sandy Beach 3 Bed with pullout couch 1 Bath Hale - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=117981092&PinnedHotelID=117981092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101730000/101728200/101728189/f0c0330d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique log cedar family vacation home with 185 feet of secluded lake frontage Hale - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=101728189&PinnedHotelID=101728189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89360000/89358900/89358844/3f79c7a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hale Haven - Lake House w/ Hot Tub and Loft Hale - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=89358844&PinnedHotelID=89358844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120110000/120108900/120108892/583b650d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entire Lake Front Lodge Long Lake - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=120108892&PinnedHotelID=120108892&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88205300/88205207/6e127151.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Getaway on Beautiful Long Lake! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.41592%2C-83.85986&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2Z6tTGqBIoJLNGOY7yoQicVQ6JI=) Hale, MI #### What's nearby - Long Lake \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Little Long Lake \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Sage Lake \- 17 min drive \- 8.5 miles - The Dream Golf Course \- 44 min drive \- 39.2 miles - Tawas Point State Park \- 50 min drive \- 34.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Taco Express - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Bear Store - ‬13 min drive - ‪Timber & Tides Restaurant - ‬18 min walk - ‪Long Lake Bar - ‬2 min drive - ‪Big Bob's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan? ### What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan? ### What time is check-out at Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan? ### Where is Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sweet Retreat, Located on 500 acre all sports Long Lake in Hale, Michigan Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas M. 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Away from home. Enjoyed everything about this place. Clean, comfortable, enjoyed the paddle boat as our fishing boat. Great location on the lake and fishing was amazing!!! Will definitely rebook next year and tell friends too!!! ##### Thomas M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jorri N. 14 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Sweet Retreat lived up to it's name! This is an absolutely amazing property--just as described and even better! The owners were so easy to communicate with and eager to have our stay as successful as it could be. Thank you so very much, we will definitely be back! ##### Jorri N. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann W. 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Lakefront Cabin We enjoyed staying at this beautifully updated and well maintained 2 BR/2Bath lakefront cabin. The home was cute, clean and stocked with everything you need for your home away from home. Spacious backpack overlooked lovely lakefront setting. Lakefront was a great place to swim and paddle around. ##### Ann W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ---