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

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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Fireplace
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  • Washer
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  • Dryer
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  • Lake view
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • Popular LocationCastle Rock14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKewadin Casino - St. Ignace16 min drive
  • Popular LocationStar Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace18 min drive
  • AirportMackinac Island, MI (MCD)38 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

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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 manager

Lindsay Case Palsrok
Premier Host
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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Lake view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
$75 pet fee plus additional security deposit.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Castle Rock, 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.
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • Castle Rock - 14 min drive
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 16 min drive
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 18 min drive
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ang-Gio's Restaurant - ‬2 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.

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 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Huron and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace. Castle Rock and Castle Golf & Games are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake house
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and relaxing house
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing UP getaway
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bauera2 B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome views!
This is a great little cottage with awesome views of the Bay and Mackinac bridge. We visited in the cold March months so did not get to try out the beach and kayaking but after this stay we plan to return to the area and if available this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C., Southwest Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful spot
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.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
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!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Views, nice neighbors and close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kimberly c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UP getaway
Comfortable. Lovely grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kristina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
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!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle H.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place
We had a great family vacation here. Very nice location, the lake view and open yard are amazing. My husband and sons loved having the boats to fish and play with. House was comfortable and clean. Furnished well. My children did not want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. Location was perfect, we were able to watch Bald Eagles flying over the bay every evening. If our travels bring us up to the UP again we wouldn't hesitate staying at this cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 days with nature!
The first couple of days of our stay the weather wasn’t great for enjoying the outdoors at the cottage. We were out sightseeing those days and had some issues with the satellite when we got back in the evenings, but the owner was able to get that resolved for us. Prior guests had left the gas can for the boat empty and very little gas in the boat. The property manager had her husband bring gas the next morning to make things right, but we traveled to Picture Rock that day and got back to the cottage late. We weren’t really able to enjoy the boat like we had hoped. Overall when the weather is nice there is plenty to do right there at the property and the surroundings are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous trip
Very nice place to stay for vacation with your family. I will definitely come back. Owner was very cooperative and easy work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Very comfortable home with everything you need for a great stay. We traveled with our four Grandchildren and two dogs. Location was terrific for us. We took the kids to Mackinac Island, the Falls, the beach on Lake Michigan. We enjoyed St Martin's Bay on the pontoon and canoeing the Pine River. Our host was very responsive and we truly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kacie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Everything was great and it was so nice having a boat to take out on the water!!!! It was super clean and roomy, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

larry v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Nice place to stay. Close access to many attractions we wanted to see
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sondra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location to travel around the area
Good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful winter getaway
This was our second time staying here during the winter. The property is beautiful and tucked away. I'm sure it's incredible in the summer too but we found it so peaceful on the snowy icy lake. We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin S., Royal Oak, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed winter stay
Our group of 5 came to a beautifully located cabin. The cabin was clean and just what we we looking for. The waterfront is a peaceful setting that was beautiful to look at anytime of the day. Lindsey was quick with answered questions. Thanks for a great stay, would love to see what the cabin in the summer is like!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Getaway
We were looking for a place that was remote with great views and a ton of outdoor space for the dogs to run around. This place did not disappoint; it was exactly what we were looking for. It snowed during our stay which made the vacation feel more like a winter wonderland and the property manager was there to answer any questions I had and to get the roads plowed. Would definitely come back here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas
Very comfortable house, beds and space.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lindsay Case Palsrok

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We currently live in lower Michigan but grew up in the Eastern Upper Peninsula.

Why they chose this property

We loved the big open grassy yard and waterfront on both the River and Lake Huron. The proximity to the Mackinac Bridge is also a huge plus.

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