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"I have been coming to this same area of Raber Bay off and on for over 25 years and have rarely stayed at the same place twice. This was by far our best experience. The hosts were extremely accommodating and punctual with responding to any question. The home (including the private dock and yard) is very spacious, well thought out with all of its amenities to house a group of friends or family, and has a spectacular view of the St. Mary’s River. You can tell the host put a lot of time and attention into ensuring a quality experience for every guests. I cannot recommend this retreat any more highly. We are grateful to have found this spot and look forward to future bookings. Stephen"

"Everything was great and I would like to get house in next year. Thank you Eric. Molenkamp"

"Dad's Paradise was the perfect spot to stay for our fishing trip to Drummond Island. House was clean, well-stocked yet still had that great rustic feel. Location is excellent!"

"Wonderful week on Drummond Island! Very comfortable house with great view of water, spectacular sunrises, and waterfowl. So relaxing sitting on deck listening to lapping of water and chirping of birds. The kitchen is well stocked, beds comfy, and plenty of hot water for showers. Rooms are all on one level which was a plus for our senior knees! This is a special find and we hope to return next year!"

"Enjoyed staying in Gary’s house. The beds were comfortable, bathrooms were clean and the eclectic furnishings were nice. We really enjoyed the porch! Just sitting there, watching the ferry go back and forth to Drummond Island and especially the big ships quietly passing by. The sunrise is especially beautiful. It was a relaxing visit."

"Loved the location. Great place. We will be back."

"Great place, awesome view very peaceful"

"Overall great home. The downstairs home was fully and beautifully stocked. They have well water so if you’re not a fan there’s that."

"The property is perfectly located for riding the trails. Centrally located between the northern and eastern trails. It is across the street from Nevenens trail head. The creek running through the property was just the tranquility we we were looking for after a long day on the trails. The house is beautifully remodeled. Extremely clean. It even smelled nice. Felt like we were at home. The beds are super comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms are well appointed. They literally thought of everything. There is no central air but there are a couple window AC units, it did not hinder our stay. In fact one night we turned on one of the fireplaces to take the chill out of the air. We really didn't need air conditioning. One piece of advice, bring mosquito spray. We had a wet day and the mosquitos could almost carry you away. Part of the ombiance of Northern Michigan. Thank you for sharing your space with us. We highly recommend it for anyone looking for some fun, rest, and relaxation."