Nestled on a 2-acre clearing with Lake Huron views, this cozy cottage offers the perfect retreat for water adventures and nature lovers alike. Enjoy kayaking or canoeing from the property, take advantage of the included pontoon boat during summer season rentals, or simply unwind on the wrap-around porch with seating areas and a gas grill.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!
This cozy up north cottage features a view of Lake Huron including Big St. Martin's Island, Mackinac Island and the Mackinac bridge. It sits on a large 2 acre clearing on the mouth of the river and lake Huron, with a boat well for easy access to water adventures. 2010 Sweetwater 50 horse power Pontoon boat included in 2022 summer season rental. (Memorial Day - Second week in September).
The only neighbors are on the far back side of driveway, the property is completely private on lake/deck side. Giant open yard is perfect for kids playing outdoors, lawn games, etc.
Sleeping arrangements include: 1 queen size master bedroom on the first floor, an upstairs bedroom with a twin over full bunk and and additional twin bed, and an open loft area with a full bed (and an optional twin trundle underneath) that includes a view of the Mackinac bridge. There are two full bathrooms on the property including a bathtub.
There is a huge wrap around porch and a large screened in porch with seating. Gas grill and table/chairs makes bbq'ing on the porch a must!
2 kayaks and a canoe also available for your use during all (non frozen) months.
We have WIFI and a smart TV with Netflix, etc.
This property is uniquely located near all kinds of Up North adventures including:
-less than 15 minutes to St. Ignace and the Mackinac Bridge - 10 minutes to quaint downtown Hessel including small Hessel public beach (great for small children), the Les Cheneux islands (and culinary school restaurant) and under 30 minutes to Detour State park, beaches and ferry access to Drummond Island - 45 minutes to Sault Ste. Marie, Lake Superior, and the International bridge to Ontario, CA - 20 minutes to beautiful Lake Michigan sandy beaches - Close proximity to many hiking, biking, and snowmobile trails - An hour to Tahquamenon Falls, Whitefish Point -Fishing -Paddling -Duck hunting
Sportsman- You can fish right off the bank at this property so bring your gear! Local fishing guides available if you are looking for a referral. This is one of the top Walleye fishing spots in northern Michigan, and one of the best Duck Hunting retreats in the state.
Bird watchers- bring your binoculars! You will see and hear many many variety of migratory birds at this special spot.
This property is located on a unique Great Lakes estuary (where the Pine River meets the waters of Lake Huron.) There is absolutely NO development as you boat to the west out the river's mouth all the way to the Carp River mouth (2-3 miles).
Boaters please note: Boat well provides ample room to launch and dock your vessel on site with cement ramp. (also, DNR ramp less than a half mile up river). This location is centrally located for day trips to Mackinac Bridge, Mackinac Island, St. Martin Island, Big St. Martin Island and the Les Cheneaux Islands including the port towns of Hessel and Cedarville.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $75 pet fee plus additional security deposit.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Huron and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace. Brevort Township Community Recreation Area and Castle Rock are also within 16 miles (25 km).
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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Location is great as this property is located in the midst of travel to Canada as well as lower Michigan. The local quarry was our favorite swimming hole!
The property was very well kept and so cute and cozy! The location and views were amazing! I went with my family and my dad tagged along and we were all comfortable in the home (3 adults, 3 kids) would highly recommend this home!
Excellent property and location. The location on the bay was excellent. The property was everything promised. It is actually prettier on the outside compared to the picture as it is now red which is great. Have access to the pontoon and kayaks was great and the Neighbor "John" was super nice and a great resource. We would stay again.
This property was perfect for our family. The lake view from the deck were incredible! We viewed eagles, swans, and osprey all from the convenience of the porch. The house was stocked with everything we needed for our 1st trip to the UP. It was also conveniently located as a home-base to venture out and explore parts of rhe UP. Would definitely stay here again.
The house was very clean and only had neighbors on one side who were a very nice older couple. The house was perfect for my husband, me, and our dog who loved the huge yard but could easily accommodate more people. It was so peaceful being on the water and very relaxing. Great house!
A quick 20 minutes to the bridge and a relaxing ride to Sault Ste Marie. Northern lights viewing! House had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Didn’t use the pontoon, but nice feature for less windy days. Two bathrooms was amazing!!
We had such a nice time at this property. I stayed with my parents and dog. We enjoyed the boat and screened in patio. We enjoyed the evening fishing, star gazing, and around a fire. The neighbors were friendly and we always felt safe. Thank you for hosting.
We needed a quiet, peaceful, relaxing vacation and we certainly found it here. Gorgeous views, beautiful weather, lots of room outside for our dogs to run. The house clean and really cool inside. Loved it! It was great. The time went by so quickly. Special thanks to Dottie for all of her help!!!
We enjoyed our stay-first time to the UP for us. This property is within a short drive to a variety of places depending on your interest. It is quiet and well maintained, the property owners are responsive if you have questions (we weren’t sure what their preference was to leave the thermostat at with colder air moving in). Would definitely recommend.
Peaceful spot with lovely views of Lake Huron and the Pine River. It was a great base for exploring the eastern UP: all the preserves along Lake Huron and the St. Mary's River, Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway, the Hiawatha Forest, and the Hiawatha Highlands (Canada). We appreciated being able to have our dog with us. As other reviewers have noted, the spiral staircase to the second floor and lack of railings on the entry stairs and on the deck were challenging for one member of our family and could make it a challenging location for families with toddlers or anyone with balance and mobility issues.
My sister and her BFF and me and my BFF traveled to MI to see Mackinac Island. This was the absolute PERFECT LOCATION. So close to the Ferry and towns. I do wildlife photography and saw 5 bald eagles (one in tree right by back deck) 2 adults, one sub adult, and 2 juveniles. Also took photos of Blue Heron, Double Crested Cormorants, mallard ducks, gulls, Pileated woodpecker, Northern Flickers, awesome milkyway shots and beautiful sunsets. We went to the island twice, and then to Mackinac City to see the lighthouse and Fort, St. Ignace for shopping and food. A quiet, quaint Oasis. Thank you very much for helping us to make lifelong memories!
We really enjoyed our stay on St. Martins bay! Really the perfect location with access to canoeing and boating on the quiet river, with a view of Lake Huron and boat access if wanted! It was really nice to have access to the owners pontoon boat! We went for multiple rides during our stay. Quick 18 min drive to St. Ignace for dinner (highly recommend the gangplank) or to catch a ferry, as well to a quick drive to more boating access in Hessel and Cedarville. Only 40 minutes to Sault Ste. Marie to enjoy the locks and Lake Superior. Beds were comfortable and clean, and the windows and fans helped for a cool evening the few days where it was warmer. Kids enjoyed the bunk beds, and spiral stairs (my two pretty active 75 year old parents didn’t care for them, and stayed in the downstairs bedroom). Yard was well mowed and our two dogs loved romping. We would definitely stay again!
We loved the location and the large grassy area was a 5 star for our dog.
The house is a perfect layout for a vacation rental. Since there were only 2 of us, we didn’t use the upstairs.
The bed was very comfy and the living area was a good layout with comfy furniture.
We feel that there were things that a good maintenance review and cleaning company could help overall. Some of the outdoor furniture is broken, while other pieces seem to be brand new. One of the screens on the porch was held up with electrical tape and blew off during a very windy night.
The closets were full of things that were not organized but just placed in there in a jumble. The bathroom shelves were full of things left behind by other guests and the towels were haphazardly folded. A little organization made room for all the towels and our things that we needed. The shower, sink, toilet were all functional and clean.
The kitchen needs some cleaning and organization. The fridge was obviously old, but worked just fine, same with the stove.
We appreciated having a dog friendly location and we thank you for that consideration.
Overall we were happy to have this wonderful house for our first visit to UP.
Jill W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michelle H.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
My 1st VRBO- not impressed
The description didn't have the information of what was there or what I had to bring like hand soap, paper products, wood for the fire, charcoal, etc. I found the place did come with many of these items but not all. We had to refill empty hand soap bottles or near empty bottles. The beds were comfortable and the sheets were clean. The upstairs bathroom facet handles were broke and sloppy, the upstairs shower had a high pitch squeal and on the last day, noticed a possible water leak from the shower door where it meets the tub. The downstairs room has a musty order to it. The fan upstairs has a huge layer of dust on it. Outside I was shocked to see no rails on the entire deck or for any stairs leading into the house. A weedwhacker was not used around the house at all and had grass/weeds growing through the steps. This was my 1st and prob my last VRBO. I have stayed many other places for less money and they had much better experience.
Nice spot on the bay and river. It was quiet but still close to St Ignace. House had everything we needed. We enjoyed the deck, big yard, and firepit. We have made many trips to the UP and finally got the see the northern lights this time. We would definitely come and stay again.
Amazing location and property with incredible views in every direction. The set up of the house and porch are perfect. Lots of space for a big family or group. Great getaway for all of us.
The place was really large and so peaceful being right on the water. We did not use the pontoon or the kayaks. Our dog enjoyed staying there. We saw the northern lights one evening. Easy drive to Saint ignace for meals and to catch the ferry. Porches were great.
Loved the house, property and location. Very peaceful. House was clean and it had all the essentials to include a nice washer and dryer. We enjoyed the view of the bay. Great area to explore - to include Mackinaw Island.