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Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!

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Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

About the area

Located in Hessel, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Straits State Park, while Museum of Ojibwa Culture and Fort de Baude Museum are cultural highlights. Castle Golf & Games and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Hessel travel guide
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • A rocky shoreline with autumn foliage and a calm lake.
    Castle Rock
    13 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • A large suspension bridge over a body of water with a seagull flying above.
    Bridge View Park
    17 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • A long bridge spanning a calm body of water, with a park and buildings in the foreground.
    Mackinac Bridge
    20 min drive - 25.3 miles
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    13 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • Straits State Park
    16 min drive - 21.5 miles

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)
    39 min drive

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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