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✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲

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Welcome to our quaint little UP cabin! 🌲
Aerial view of cabin’s proximity to the big lake 🌊, courtesy of a guest!
Nearby Lake of the Clouds in spring- so many trails to explore in the Porkies!
Spacious entryway to store, hang, and put on your adventure gear
Dining/kitchenette cove in back; sink, stove/oven, & a wide array of cookware.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 489.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ontonagon, MI
  • Lake Superior Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mirror Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Presque Isle River
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲

Welcome to your UP adventure headquarters: *Floodwood River Oar’asis*! Our tranquil little artfully curated getaway is the perfect home base for anyone visiting the UP! It is best described as a blend of outdoorsy inspired northwoods cabin nostalgia balanced with some comforts you’d find at home (picture cozy linens, comfy beds, a rainfall style shower head, the crackle of a campfire under the stars, and a warm cup of coffee/tea). Hosting is so much more to us than just renting out our cabin. We strive to help create a memorable experience for our guests! A bit about our location: perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, we are situated along the banks of the Floodwood River, which, if you bring along your kayak, you can paddle just a quick jaunt downstream right up to Lake Superior. Or, during peak snow season, bring your sleds and ride (safely) along the shoulder of the highway to the trailhead just 3mi down the road! If conditions are just right, you may even fall asleep to the sound of the waves of the big lake, or stay up late and catch a glimpse of the breathtaking dance of the northern lights! The cabin sits on serene 32 acres of private wooded property so you are welcome to explore, snowshoe (provided for guests in winter) and relax to your hearts content. We are located just a few miles from town, where you’ll find a selection of shops, groceries, gas as well as options for dining out (we reccommend The Squeeze!). We are also approx 20 miles away from Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park including Lake of the Clouds, all levels of hiking trails, waterfalls, beaches, cc and downhill skiing and more! There are plenty of nearby snowmobile, atv and hiking trails/UP adventure hotspots (Bond Falls, Agate Falls, etc. or take the ferry to Isle Royale) within an hour or so radius of the cabin; the possibilities are endless no matter what season you visit! Interior cabin amenities include: the main floor is wheelchair accessible, has a covered porch with spacious entryway, full bath with tile shower, petite yet well equipped kitchen and wet bar as well as a dining and living area. There are two queen beds, one on the main floor and one up in the loft, sleeping a total of 4 people. Upstairs, opposite the sleeping area, you’ll find a desk for creatives and a cozy reading nook. We have internet service for you to work remotely, but also encourage you to disconnect and take time to enjoy a hobby of yours or explore the outdoors! Speaking of outdoor space: Please be respectful our occasional animal visitors, including deer, hummingbirds, river beavers, and more! We have a firepit with chairs as well as a trail down to the river, and Lake Superior beach access is just a few miles up the road. We also offer a very large and level gravel area with plenty of room for parking and unloading trailers for those of you who are visiting us to snowmobile or ATV/side by side on the local trails! If youre looking to rent, Hamilton’s North Coast rents sleds and atvs. We cannot wait for you to join us @floodwoodriveroarasis on your next trip to Upper Michigan!
**We fully respect your privacy during your stay, but we do stop by occasionally to water the outdoor plants, plow snow and take the garbage out for collection. Thank you for understanding!**

Property manager

Heidi and Gary
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you have a handicap that requires you to use a service dog, proof of certificate is required. Thank you!
Upon departure, please wash, dry, and put away any dishes. Place used towels in shower and all trash/recycling placed in outdoor receptacles.
Please leave bedding on beds - this allows us to ensure all sheets can be pretreated before washing if needed!

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ontonagon

Located in Ontonagon, this cabin is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Ontonagon, MI

What's nearby

  • Ontonagon Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Lake Superior Trail - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Mirror Lake - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Presque Isle River - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Main Overlook - 6 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Syl's Cafe - Houghton - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Connie's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stubb's Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sip N Snack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roxey's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲 located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Lake Superior and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ontonagon Lighthouse and Lake Superior Trail. Mirror Lake and Presque Isle River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host, cabin and location

Our Spring Break trip was great. Heidi was great at communicating, had Swedish crepes in the fridge when we arrived and alerted us of a good night to see the Northern Lights. We hiked the Porkies on three of our days and did road trips to Houghton and Calumet the other two days.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upper

Very clean an d great host!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot for a family vacation

Second visit to Heidi’s place this winter. Wonderful amenities, extremely thoughtful host, & a good location made for great family memories. Cute cabin is well stocked, extremely clean and well maintained. Host was great with communication, suggestions, and kept us informed of impending inclement weather. Would certainly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Loved this place. The host has not missed a single detail. If you need it or forgot something it’s here. Nice location, cozy , clean and would stay again…. Loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin get away

Very cute & well appointed cabin. Close to many activities and services, but far enough out for some serious quiet. Heidi was extremely prompt with communication and even provided welcome treats for our arrival. Meticulously clean throughout with well stocked kitchen and bath. Excellent facilities for a couple or two (or family) to spend time away together. Snowmobile trail access is just a short ride down the roadside. Will certainly be staying here again should we find ourselves vacationing in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST VRBO stay ever!!!

Heidi went above and beyond to make out stay feel warm and inviting. She even made us a little treat. The cabin was absolutely perfect for our family of 3. She has literally thought of everything you could possibly need! We were not far from the snowmobile trail, from the front doordoor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Cabin was perfect for the two of us and location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

willy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pefect getaway

This place was exactly what we needed for our snowmobile trip. Place has everything you need. Communication was excellent right from the start. You have to appreciate all the little details that the owners put into the property to make you feel at home and relaxed. We will definitely be booking with them again for a weekend on the harleys! By far the best vrbo experience we have had.Tha ks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

rusty b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin and Host

Close to Lake Superior beaches and Porcupine State Park Extremely well furnished and supplied cabin. Extraordinary host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaunna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a Great Place to Stay!

This cabin is awesome! Its more spacious than the pictures show and it has a great location close to the lake, the porkies and restaurants. The hosts, Heidi and Gary, they are the most welcoming and thoughtful hosts you could ever ask for. If you're considering booking this cabin do it, you won't regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake in clouds nearby

Perfect place to explore the Porcupine Mtns from! Heidi is excellent host and took great care of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Long weekend get away

Our stay was above and beyond our expectations. So much thought is put into this cabin. Everything you need and what you didn't realize you needed is there! Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Cute cotrage in fantastic location . Close to beaches, The Porkies and Ontonogan. Recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great home base when exploring the Upper Peninnsula

Lots of attention to detail with amenities. We were out all day every day but a sweet place to come back to. Cooking a bit of a challenge in tiny kitchen but as long as you keep up with the dishes the dearth of counter space merely quaint! Really comfortable bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Clean and Plenty of Amenities

Very nice cottage with everything you need for a pleasant stay. The decor makes you feel like you are out in the middle of the country. Must post a disclaimer for snowmobilers: The nearest trail is 3.5 miles away. Only way to get there is by ditch riding (which is legal). However, being unfamiliar with the area, having to cross multiple driveways and a couple bridges, we did not want to chance it with rental sleds. Plus, our rental place was only 10 miles away. Would not stop us from staying there again, just wanted to advise for those wondering in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable secluded Cabin

We really enjoyed our stay - wished we would have booked an extra day or two! Perfect location for hikes around the Porkies Mountain and just exploring. Gary & Heidi were great - making sure we were comfortable & taken care of! Even left us some Blueberry Crepe & Wine upon our arrival - delicious snack & arrival bonus! We would definitely stay here again if we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice little cabin. Clean, cozy, well equipped. Has everything you need plus nice little extras. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation 2024

This cabin / cottage is a great place. The host is AMAZING and her chocolate cake was awesome! Sitting and watching the humming birds was so relaxing. It was very easy to feel like you were at home - Heidi created a great environment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and cozy! The kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need to make a meal (pots, pans, etc). Just the right size for 2 - 4 adults. I was very impressed with this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in the woods

extremely well provisioned cabin in a beautiful setting. Host was wonderful and provided many welcoming touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking getaway

We had a great time the property was well stocked and a nice cozy retreat. Bed was comfortable too! Highly recommend this one and if in the area in the future I will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful, Cozy Cabin

We had an amazing time at the Oar’asis. The cabin was beautiful and comfortable and Heidi was an excellent host. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Floodwood River Oar’asis

This is a lovely, cozy, well-equipped cabin, with kind and attentive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin

The check in process was easy, the location excellent, and time in the Porcupine Mountains rejuvenating. Go and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation spot

Very cute, well stocked cottage. Convenient location by Porcupine Mountains. Host was awesome, immediately responsive to text and even made us a lovely dessert as a welcome gift. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heidi and Gary

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Originally from WI, the UP has always been a special place for me to come up and enjoy! Started with a small cabin on the Presque Isle river in Tula, to purchasing and redoing this cabin on the Floodwood river, and finally a permanent move to the UP in 2001! We know the area well and are happy to provide tips and recommendations if you need them.

Why they chose this property

🛶Our favorite aspect of this property is that you can hop on a kayak or canoe and take an early morning paddle down to the Lake. 🩵

What makes this property unique

We love to host and make our guests feel welcomed! Our property is incredibly private and abundant with wildlife. We are ever so grateful that we have the opportunity to share it with you. The river being on the property is what drew us here, and we are lucky to observe all the animals that visit us. 🦌🦝🦫🐸

We also provide a few musical instruments, yoga equipment, drawing and writing supplies, games, books, and maps for you to use! Can’t wait to have you join us and see how the oar’asis lives up to its name.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests