Title: Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/b8d6380e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/4a1f3b8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/378a4b23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/31b4e1f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/3131ac3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Ostrander Lake, Masters Retreat welcomes you with a warm and cozy atmosphere. This ranch-style cottage features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a spacious living area overlooking the lake. Enjoy kayaking or rowing on the lake during warmer months or relax by the fire pit on chilly evenings. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! Masters Retreat -near Pictured Rocks-OPEN ALL YEAR SLEEPS: 6 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 1 \*LAKEFRONT (Ostrander Lake) \*2 KAYAKS, & 1 ROW BOAT (June-September only) \*OPEN YEAR-ROUND (low-profile vehicles are NOT recommended) \*PRIVATE DOCK (June-September only) \*LIMITED SANDY BOTTOM (murky parts) on Ostrander Lake \*PETS ARE WELCOMED \* BRAND NEW BEDS THIS YEAR Open year round! This is a ranch-style cottage with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Each bedroom has a queen size bed with a ceiling fan. Kitchen has a bar, gas range, microwave and refrigerator. In the Living/Dining area there is a nice table which seats 6 overlooking the lake. There is a fabulous with full view of the lake/beach from the whole living room area. Cabin includes Wi-Fi, propane grill, cookware and utensils, coffee pot, linens, washer/dryer, 2 kayaks, rowboat. Most cell phone signals do not work well at this cottage. Still, if have an iPhone, you can connect to the Wi-Fi and access Facetime audio to talk on your cell phone. Winter sports are plentiful here! This is a great jumping off spot for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice climbing or just watching the snow fall on the lake from the comfort of your living room. The walk-out basement is a work in progress. Still, the only reason you may need to venture down is for easier access to the lake (versus walking around the cottage) or to use the updated washer/dryer. \*\*\*\*MAXIMUM ALLOWED OCCUPANTS IS 6 PEOPLE\*\*\*\*The septic system CANNOT handle any more then 6. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS A/C: Air Conditioning has not been needed at Masters Retreat with the beautiful cross-breeze. The ceiling fans help move cool air through the home. Airport: The closest airport is at Sawyer International Airport in Marquette (MQT), 48 miles from the cottage 65 miles to Escanaba (ESC) normally has the best rates. Flying to the Upper Peninsula is rarely at a discount. ATV/ORV: Marquette - Manistique Trail Hiawatha National Forest Bathrooms: One 3-piece bathroom. Beach: Sandy bottom beach on the property. Bedroom Configuration: Bedroom #1: 1 queen size bed Bedroom #2: 1 queen size bed Bedroom #3: 1 queen size bed Boats: Seasonal-2 kayaks and a rowboat are provided for you to use during your stay. There is no boat launch on the lake for larger boats. Cable/Satellite TVs: A Vizio smart tv is available along with Wi-Fi. (Can be spotty, at times) No basic cable at this property. Cell phone service: AT&T works great! For other providers cell service can be very spotty in the Upper Peninsula. Guests with smart phones can use the Wi-Fi for calls. There is a landline at this cottage. Distances: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: Only 25 minutes away on Lake Superior in Munising. Below are just a few of the things that you will find in Munising and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore area. Miners Falls: it is a waterfall located on Miners River in the western portion of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Alger County, Michigan. The falls drops about 40 feet over a sandstone outcrop with a 10-foot crest. Mini Golf: Miners Falls Mini Golf & located in Wetmore the Eagle Falls Adventure Golf Garden Bay Winery: About 40 mins away in Cooks, MI (20 miles west of Manistique) on US Hwy 2. also have a wine tasting room where you can sample their wine. Dock: Seasonal--Yes. Great for gaining access to the water. Very shallow by the dock. Approximately 2 feet. No boat launch or tie up. Fireworks: Not allowed. Fire Pit- There is a fire pit on the property for you to enjoy! Firewood not provided. Fishing: Yes, you can fish on the lake. Most common fish are Yellow Perch, Bass, Bluegill, and more. Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at the Michigan DNR website. Fishing poles: Please bring your own. Grill: A propane grill and propane is provided Grocery Store: Forest Glen General Store, 7445 N Federal Forest Highway 13 906-573-2655 Handicap Accessibility: Ranch style home. Must be able to navigate a couple of stairs to enter the home. Built into a hill so guests must be able to navigate their way down hill to get to the water. Internet: Wi-Fi is available. (Can be spotty, at times) Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels. Parking: Approximately 3-4 cars Midway General Store has an extra area for parking snowmobile trailers, please inquire with them if you need to park your extra vehicle or trailer. Pets: \*Pets are welcome! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet. Privacy: The cabin sits on 3 acres of land and has 200 feet of beach frontage. While you can see other cottages, you feel a nice level of privacy. Space: Low-profile vehicles are NOT recommended, especially between October-May. Travel off paved H-13 and onto a gravel/dirt road. Low-profile vehicles are NOT recommended, especially between October-May. Ranch style cottage with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Ranch style cabin with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Snowmobile: Master's Retreat is right on the snowmobile trails! It's under 2 miles to connect with Trail #7 Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though. Washer and dryer: Yes. Detergent is provided. Winter Activities: \* Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (approx. 10 miles) – Winter hiking, snowshoeing, and stunning views of frozen waterfalls and Lake Superior. \* Grand Island (approx. 5-10 miles) – Ice fishing, snowshoeing, or winter tours on the island (accessible by ferry or private boat). \* Munising Snowmobile Trails (approx. 5-10 miles) – The area offers extensive snowmobile trails in winter. \* Valley Spur Ski Area (approx. 15 miles) – Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. \* Pictured Rocks Winter Ice Climbing (approx. 10 miles) – For experienced climbers, this area offers challenging ice climbing opportunities. Wood: Please plan to bring your own. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87270000/87269500/87269500/2e7fb09d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Town Lake Hideaway: Golden Leaves & Crisp Air – Experience Fall at Town Lake! 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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 225705 MASTERS RETREAT On Ostrander Lake 25 minutes to Pictured Rocks! MASTERS RETREAT near Pictured Rocks WIFI Great for snowmobilers! ## 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%7C46.16867%2C-86.61658&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CcEhWmFK1cwO1KAY19gWAAjIWQ4=) Wetmore, MI #### What's nearby - Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Corner Lake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Ostrander Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles - Straits Lake - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles - Toms Lake - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Camel Riders Resort - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Milkweed Inn - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### Where is Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! located? > This family-friendly Wetmore holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Hiawatha National Forest and Ostrander Lake. Corner Lake and Skeels Lake are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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