Title: Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake 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 # Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake Holiday home in Republic with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake (Republic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978800/45978710/5c445c6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake (Republic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978800/45978710/bb14a957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake (Republic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978800/45978710/c11e33da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake (Republic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978800/45978710/21ffdc0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake (Republic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978800/45978710/1be3cb9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Upper Peninsula and experience Hemlock House, a cozy retreat in South Republic. Unwind by the fire pit or soak in the small outdoor hot tub under starry skies. With 3 bedrooms, a comfortable living room, and premium WiFi, this duplex is perfect for friends and family gatherings or digital nomads seeking adventure. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6825 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Kitchen ## 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. ### Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake HEMLOCK HOUSE SLEEPS: 6 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 1 \* SOUTH REPUBLIC NEIGHBORHOOD- 3 miles to Michigamme River \* DOGS ARE WELCOME \* FIRE PIT \* SMALL OUTDOOR HOT TUB (2 people) \* OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND (Hunters, Fishermen, and Snowmobilers) The Hemlock House is a simple, albiet dated, ½ duplex (with storage on the other side) in the small village of South Republic. Enjoy 925 feet of private space. Great for the visiting friends/family in town, a budget vacation rental to hunt or explore the Upper Peninsula, or the digital nomad who needs premium Wifi. The outside hot tub for 2, with a privacy fence, is ideal for those romantic nights looking up at the stars. The outside hot tub is available year round. The Hemlock House provides a comfortable living room space.The 3 bedrooms are all upstairs and small. There is 1 Queen bed, 1 Full bed and 1 Twin bunk beds. The 3 small bedrooms are all upstairs and the bathroom is on the main floor. The main floor washer/dryer off the kitchen and across from the bathroom is ideal. It's so nice to be able to warm up your towels for when you get out of the bath/shower. Windows overlook the wide, though generally quiet, Hemlock Street. Across the street are two (2) tree-filled spaces. There are many easy walking or biking trails along the Michigamme River, so it is within reach to feel connected to nature. The Iron Ore Trailhead is an easy 3 miles North, where you can enjoy a trip into Marquette. Frequently Asked Questions: A/C: There is a window air-conditioning unit in the front bedroom which overlooks Hemlock Street. We do have a ceiling fan and the portable fans too. Plus, there is a wonderful cross-breeze from the living room to the kitchen. Animals: Squirrels, bats, rabbits, birds, coyotes. Further outside of town you might catch site of wolves, bears, turkey and moose. ATV/Snowmobiles: Yes, bring them! You will have to trailer the equipment to the trails. Trail UP18 is approximately 2.9 mile drive. Bathroom: 1 Full bathroom (sink, toilet, shower/tub combo). It NOT currently handicap accessible, as there is a significant step between the bathtub and the floor. Beach/Swimming: The Republic beach is just 3 miles north of Republic. Bedroom Configuration: Bedroom #1: Queen bed Bedroom #2: 1 set of Twin bunk beds Bedroom #3: 1 Full (double) bed Boat Launch: If you are bringing your own boat, there is a nice, cement public boat launch off of MI-95, next to the sandy swimming area in Republic (North). Bugs: Typical flies, mosquitoes, and ants. Cable/Satellite TVs: Yes, there is 40" Smart TV with old-school DirecTv (cable), including a DVD player. There is also a basic TV upstairs in the back bedroom with just four (4) local channels. Cell phone service: Cell service is spotty in the Upper Peninsula. AT&T & Verizon has been fairly consistent service. Coffee Pot: Yes, we have a basic drip coffee pot at the cabin. At times there is coffee available, yet we highly recommend that you bring your own. Distances (approximately): \*Iron Mountain: 45 mins \*Mackinac Bridge: 4 hours \*Marquette: 45 minutes \*Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: 2 hours and 20 minutes \*Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 3 hours and 20 minutes Fire Pit: Yes, there is a small firepit. Guests must provide their own wood. Fishing: Bring your poles. Great fishing on the Michigamme River. Enjoy the Republic Fishing Derby in July! Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at http://www.mdnr-elicense.com/Welcome/Default.aspx Grill: We have an outdoor propane grill for your use. Grocery Store: Right down Hemlock Street (a 2 block walk) you can find a small convenience store and gas pump in the Oasis building (Peter's Hardware). While there isn't normally large selection, and the prices are convenience-store equivalent, the customer service is top-notch. There is a larger convenience store/BP Gas station (Koski Korners) on the corner of U.S. 41 and MI-95, about 20 minutes North of the Hemlock House. The closest, full-sized grocery store is about a 25 minute drive from the cabin in Ishpeming. It is the IGA Jubilee right along U.S 41\. If you are driving from Wisconsin/Chicago, the last grocery store is in Iron Mountain. Meijer: 3630 US-41 West, Marquette, MI 49855 906-662-6300 Handicap Inaccessible: Must be able to navigate stairs to the 3 bedrooms on 2nd level, plus the step up to the tub. Heating Source: Not only do we have the fireplace, yet we do have forced air heat. Hunting: We do not allow hunting or shooting (even just at targets) of any kind on the property. The closest hunting is in the State land and paper company land nearby. Hot Tub: Open year-round. Great fit for up to 2 people. Internet: Premium WiFi (Viasat Satellite) with download speeds up to 50 Mbps, Upload up to 3.0 Mbps. Kitchen Supplies: Enjoy a small, full kitchen for your use. Basic dishes, pots/pans, glasses, cups, etc. are provided, including basic kitchen spices. Linens: Yes, we provide you with basic sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. Parking: Plenty of parking on the street and 1 space in the driveway. Yes, even a 24' covered snowmobile trailer can fit next to the garage. Pets: Dogs are welcome! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Privacy: Only inside the ½ duplex. The other side is primarily used for storage. Security Camera: We have 1 outside security camera on the north side of the duplex which faces the door and another which faces the alley to monitor the snow removal. There are no cameras inside or near the outside hot tub. Space: 2 level duplex. (The other side functions primarily as storage.) Towels: Yes, we provide towels. Please bring your own beach towels. Washer and dryer:Yes. Laundry detergent is provided. Winter Activities: 1\. Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing Escanaba River State Forest: Offers several trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Distance: About 10 miles, 15-20 minutes by car. Van Riper State Park: Another excellent spot for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Distance: About 25 miles, 35 minutes by car. 2\. Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding Pine Mountain Resort: A popular ski resort with downhill skiing and snowboarding. Distance: About 60 miles, 1 hour 20 minutes by car. 3\. Ice Fishing Republic Lake: A great spot for ice fishing during the winter months. Distance: Right near your location. 4\. Snowmobiling Republic Snowmobile Trails: Located throughout the area, connecting with the larger Upper Peninsula trail system. Distance: Easily accessible from your location. 5\. Winter Hiking & Sledding Van Riper State Park: Offers winter hiking trails, perfect for scenic winter walks. Distance: About 25 miles, 35 minutes by car. Wood: Bring your own. It can also be bought at the local grocer. \*ADDITIONAL RENTAL OPPORTUNITY (NOT INCLUDED in the standard rental rate for the Hemlock House) - Rent your own Private Island- Republic Island is a short 5 mile trip away. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 825 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111561300/111561236/3ba636f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Snowmobile, UTV trails, Fishing in a charming 3-bedroom house in Republic Republic - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=111561236&PinnedHotelID=111561236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114870000/114866200/114866151/71eb0dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ☃️Cozy Lakefront Cabin🌨️Experience the true beauty of the real UP! 📍on trail 8❄️ Champion - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=114866151&PinnedHotelID=114866151&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110810000/110808300/110808243/d9aca9e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CHARMING 2-BDR HOUSE MINUTES FROM LAKE MICHIGAMME! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 418288 ## 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%7C46.36898%2C-87.98297&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ScUlpBYe3ezus0Y0UYlCbYx61DM=) Republic, MI #### What's nearby - Humboldt Township Park \- 15 min drive \- 14.2 miles - Humboldt Township Hall \- 16 min drive \- 14.4 miles - Champion Township Hall \- 18 min drive \- 16.9 miles - Van Riper State Park \- 19 min drive \- 18.1 miles - Trout Lake \- 30 min drive \- 30.1 miles #### Getting around - Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Norm's - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Summer Place - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake? ### What time is check-in at Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake? ### What time is check-out at Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake? ### Where is Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hemlock House in Republic (South) : A Snowy Retreat on Bear Lake Reviews ## Reviews 9.4 ### 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 30 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Belinda S. 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay We have stayed at this property multiple times to go snowmobiling and it is convenient and close to trails. We always enjoy our stay and highly recommend. ##### Belinda S. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon M. 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a fantastic weekend in the Hemlock house! the house was cute and quaint and had everything we needed and so much more!! ##### Shannon M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jim g. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Neighborhood Homey,comfortable,well equipped. Suited our purposes perfectly. Would definitely stay there again if I am in the area. ##### jim g. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew H. 24 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### As described will stay again As described will stay again ##### Andrew H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica W. 23 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great place to stay My family and I enjoyed our stay. There was more than enough room for the five of us and our dog! ##### Jessica W. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra W. 16 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway with a hot tub!!!! Loved it, very cozy! ##### Sandra W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie P. 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hemlock Stay It was a great stay!!! Our puppies enjoyed staying warm in the house and snuggled up on the couch while we enjoyed the beautiful hikes and hot tub!!The Eben Ice Caves were about an hour from the house but it was so worth the drive to visit! Great stay, we will be back! ##### Jamie P. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura K., Neenah WI USA 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway It was exactly what my husband and I were looking for and close driving to many beautiful areas. ##### Laura K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elina L. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice My husband and I stayed here for a few day. The house was nice and the hot tub was relaxing ##### Elina L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill s., Nashville tn 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get away This is a well maintained property in an area to get away from all the business of the city . It is close enough to larger cities for dining and other recreation great value ##### Bill s. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clay S. 12 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Overall the trip was fantastic ##### Clay S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny A. 1 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Thanksgiving away! We had a great time at the Hemlock house. Everything we needed was available and the hot tub was amazing! Thank you! ##### Jenny A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark W. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hemlock House House was clean and very spacious. Very quiet neighborhood and a good location. We enjoyed the hit tub every day that we were there. We would definitely stay again! ##### Mark W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly S. 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Very happy with everything ! Perfect and simple to book and get to..we loved it ##### Kimberly S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Samuel 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication I enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere. Very roomy and well laid out. Ony 1 AC in upstairs bedroom. Alot of dust all over and on fans and in vents real thick. The washer and tdyer was amazing and the hot tub was perfect. I would stay again. Better then a hotel room for sure. Great water pressure. Big plus ##### Samuel Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard and Cherry B. 7 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for our short stay Great spot for quick family visit to Republic. Although it is an older home, it was very clean & comfortable for price paid. Easy checkin / checkout process, good communication. Good WiFi and Roku smart TV access made hooking up to phones and TV apps easy. ##### Richard and Cherry B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Larry F., USA 18 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great area The fall colors were awesome. Visited a few waterfalls. The house could use some TLC. ##### Larry F. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### christian W. 12 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for fall or winter Short stay, but will likely rent again to go fishing or snowmobiling. Clean and everything you need for a small family stay or a place to stay with friends. Nice fire pit and yard. Great for a well behaved dog. ##### christian W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally B. 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hemlock House This was the second time we stayed at Hemlock house. We have a camp on Chief Lake and needed the extra room for family. Everything worked out great! Easy check-in, clean and a quiet place to stay! ##### Sally B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LuLu A. 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best thanksgiving so far It was quiet. Out where there wasn't a lot of people. Just what we wanted. ##### LuLu A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Derek S. 1 Sept 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Republic Was a good location for the things we did. Very quiet neighborhood. Place was cute and host responded quickly to helping fix WiFi after storm. ##### Derek S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie C. 2 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and comfortable This property is as listed - clean and comfortable. I stayed in the area for the polar roll bike race in ishpeming and the location worked well for me. I appreciate having my dogs along. ##### Julie C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriel W. 26 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy place to make home for the week! Property reflected the yooper charm...simple, perfectly adequate, nothing flashy. Everything was clean and functional, and exactly what we needed for work and relaxation. Hosts were readily accessible, helpful, and accomodating. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you! ##### Gabriel W. Stayed 8 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Comfortable and clean ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim S. 3 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasantly simple Very nice company to work with. Simple procedures for check in and out. Clearly maintained space. House is old, but super cute. Great for a simple weekend away that we were looking for. ##### Kim S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022