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Cedar Cabin on the Bay: The Perfect Spring Retreat for Family Fun and Tranquility!

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Fire Pit
A few steps to the beach
Living area
Beach
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Stephenson, MI
  • J.W. Wells State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Island Resort & Casino
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Peninsula State Park
    ‪183 min drive‬
  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cedar Cabin on the Bay: The Perfect Spring Retreat for Family Fun and Tranquility!

CEDAR CABIN on the BAY
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 2
*LAKEFRONT (Green Bay—Lake Michigan)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*DOGS are WELCOMED
*The internet can be spotty because of the area.

Located right on beautiful Green Bay (Lake Michigan), Cedar Cabin by the Bay is a wonderful vacation destination! Nestled among the trees, this true log cabin is situated to accommodate summer fun, fall hunters, winter warriors, and spring fishermen. This property provides excellent swimming conditions, and the high ceilings in the great room, with 16 feet of windows, will allow you a beautiful view of gorgeous Lake Michigan! Let the water's calm relax your mind and body!

Cedar Cabin has 2 bedrooms that can sleep 6 people and there are also 2 bathrooms. Guests are welcome to use the 2 car garage on site. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen to cook up your favorite family meals or have an outdoor BBQ on the charcoal grill. Throw a couple logs on the fire pit outside and gaze up at the stars, or cozy up inside by the wood-burning stove and savor in the tranquil surroundings With board games, books, and a Smart TV, you can still have fun together inside on those rainy days!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: There is no air conditioning in the home, however, there are ceiling fans in the great room. We also provide 3 oscillating fans for the bedrooms to keep you cool.

ATV's: We're sorry, there are no ATV's allowed on the property.

Animals: You may see a variety of birds, deer, wild turkey, eagles, swans, and frogs.

Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Full Bathroom with walk in shower & dual sinks (connected to bedroom #1)
Bathroom #2: Full Bathroom with tub/shower combo

Beach/Swimming: This property allows great swimming conditions! There is a nice 10-15 feet of sandy beach area. The lake is a beautiful, sandy-bottom lake, which has a very gradual slope. The land going toward the beach is grass, followed by moss, followed by 15 feet of sandy beach, and then you walk into the sandy-bottom lake. You can walk out about 50 feet into the water and it is still at your mid thigh. This is great for smaller children to play and swim.

Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1: 1 King Bed
Bedroom #2: 2 Double Beds

Boats: There are no boats are available at the property.

Bugs: Expect typical Michigan bugs-flies, mosquitos, etc.

Cell Phone Service: Verizon is perfect, everything else is spotty or non-existent. You will need to connect to WIFI to make calls.

Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 1 hour and 42 minutes ( 92 miles)
* Marquette: 1 hour 42 minutes (92 miles)
* Green Bay, WI: 1 hour and 26 minutes (81 miles)
* Iron Mountain: 1 hour and 13 minutes ( 98 miles)
* Milwaukee, WI: 3 hours and 6 minutes (198 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 2 hours and 58 minutes away (174 miles)

Dock: No dock is available at the property.

Fireplace: There is a wood-burning stove in the cabin.

Fire-pit: Yes! Gather the group and grab some s'more fixins'.

Fishing: You can wade in the water a bit and fish by the shore, or you can travel 2.3 miles to Cedar River and fish along the river. Ask the friendly locals for the good fishing holes.

Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license on the Michigan DNR website

Fishing poles: Bring your own!

Grill: Charcoal grill. Please bring charcoal and lighter fluid

Grocery Store: There is a gas station/convenience store 2. 3 miles away, which also has a restaurant in it. In Stephenson, which is 18 minutes away, there is a Family Dollar store and another convenience store, plus some other restaurants.

Handicap Friendly: Canes and walkers are welcomed. There is one step up to get into the home & there are no other steps in the home. There is a gentle slope to the water.

Internet: Free WIFI for guests to use. Internet can be spotty because of what is available to area

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you before you arrive. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let us know, and we'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basics-Quilts/Comforters, sheets, pillows, pillow cases and bath towels. Please bring your beach towels from home to take to the water.

Parking: Guests can use the extra deep, 2 car garage. Maximum of 4 cars allowed on the property. One truck/trailer combo would easily fit at the property.

Pets: One dog is welcome at Cedar Cabin! Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges a $75 pet fee (per dog) for your entire stay. We do require you to pick up all of your animal's waste on the property and down all beach areas. We ask that you please clean up after your dog both inside and outside the cabin, plus, if you allow your dog on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. We also ask that if the pet hair starts to build inside the cabin, that you please run the vacuum. Please keep in mind that pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: There is a neighbor's home about 50 yards away, but there are trees which separate the spaces.

Snowmobiles: We are sorry, no snowmobiles or ATV's are allowed on the property.

Space: One Floor

Televisions: There is a Smart TV with streaming capabilities (Netflix and Amazon Prime work well, Sling TV is a bit sketchy).

Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though. Please bring beach towels from home to use outdoors.

Washer and dryer: Yes! The property has a washer and dryer for guests to use. Laundry soap is provided.

Wood: Guests will need to purchase their own firewood to burn. You can buy wood approximately 2.3 miles away in Cedar River or 30 minutes away in Menominee.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Stephenson

Located in Stephenson, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and J.W. Wells State Park, while Ellison Bay Pottery Studios and Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Stephenson, MI

What's nearby

  • J.W. Wells State Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Island Resort & Casino - 33 min drive - 40.7 km
  • DeYoung Family Zoo - 37 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 37 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Four Seasons ATV Trails - 66 min drive - 63.0 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hirsch's Cedar River Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Pub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar Cabin on the Bay: The Perfect Spring Retreat for Family Fun and Tranquility! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Cabin on the Bay: The Perfect Spring Retreat for Family Fun and Tranquility!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cedar Cabin on the Bay: The Perfect Spring Retreat for Family Fun and Tranquility!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cedar Cabin on the Bay: The Perfect Spring Retreat for Family Fun and Tranquility! located?

This Stephenson cabin is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 12 mi (20 km) of J.W. Wells State Park and O. B. Fuller Park. Little Bay de Noc and DeYoung Family Zoo are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

2nd Time Back - and will not be the last - love this place

This is our second summer coming up here and we are going to try to make it a tradition. This cabin is cozy, well stocked, and has a view and access to the lake like no other. Thank you for sharing this beautiful place! We will see you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

julia and rodney b.

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

Getaway in UP Michigan

My wife and I and hounds loved our stay. Cabin was very clean and exactly as described. Super comfortable bed and well stocked kitchen. Both bathrooms were newly renovated…wish I could take home with me!!! Setting is very private and nothing compares to that fire pit on the lake. Highly recommend R&J from NC mountains
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Nice Property on Green Bay in Cedar River, MI

This is a renovated log cabin right on Green Bay. It’s been well-cared-for, and owners have thought of several ways to make guests feel welcomed and comfortable. Instructions and description were brief, concise, and appreciated. We would definitely rent again if plans take us to that area again. Thank you for such a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Nice beach and swimming for littles

We had a short stay but it was very enjoyable. Great swimming, nice windows and slept well. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S., SHEBOYGAN

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

Outstanding location. Beautiful cabin..had everything you could need. Quality kitchen equipment.

Wonderful escape!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Linda G., Glenwood, IL

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

Relaxing beach view

Beautiful setting
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S., williamston

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

Nice Waterfront Cottage

Overall, the cottage was very nice and clean and the location is hard to beat. The lake being right there and being able to wade out to waist area 100 yards into the water was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

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

Perfect getaway to unplug and relax

Beautiful waterfront property with nice beach and very quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Peaceful retreat

Location was amazing. Cozy cabin in the woods with a sandy beach steps away, perfect for watching the sun rise or stargazing at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS M., YORKVILLE

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

Family Getaway

Everything was great nice and relaxing. Beach is perfect knee deep 50' from shore so kids had a blast and it makes it relatively worry free.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R., Waunakee, WI

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

Great Cabin

The hosts did a wonderful job with the presentation and amenities at the cabin. It was clean and well stocked. Lake Michigan/Bay of Green Bay is beautiful with a great beach to spend your time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

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

Comfortable, spacious lovely view

Directions to cabin a bit convoluted. Was not that difficult to find. Was lovely. Mosquitoes were probably at their worst so was difficult to enjoy the outside. A screen porch or gazebo would have been great. Well stocked & thoughtfully set up for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Fantastic location log cabin with open great room

Loved the short walk out the back door to the firepit and ‘private’ beach and warm shallow water. Grilled outside every night. Nicely appointed kitchen for an older home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa E.

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

Awesome stay!

Our family had an amazing time at this cabin right on Lake Michigan! The place was off the main road set back in the woods and right in the water which allowed for privacy. Loved that this cabin was pet friendly and very clean, organized and beautiful! Thank you for our stay and helping us to make awesome summer memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Briseida C.

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

Wonderful place to spend with family

We hade a little problem with one of the beds, they fixed it right away. Wonderful place if you have kids my kids hade a blast time in the sand and lake. I recomend this resident, definitely will be back 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katlin M.

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

Cedar River

The property was absolutely beautiful! Waking up to the waves was breathtaking! The convenience of the 2 full bathrooms worked great with having 3 kids. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather G., Manitowoc

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

Lovely Anniversary Trip

We thoroughly enjoyed our cabin experience ... a long weekend for our anniversary. The location and beach are beautiful ... looking out at the moon over the water. The bed is very comfortable and snug. We enjoyed fires in the evening and cooked delicious meals in the well stocked kitchen. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

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

Great family getaway with small kids

We stayed with three boys (2, 5 and 8) and our dog in mid summer. The house was roomy and comfortable. The beach was fantastic and the shallow water was kind of perfect for the whole family. We just settled into the rhythm of being on the beach - swimming, playing in the sand, making a campfire and grilling.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karla S.

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

Amazing view

Thank you for sharing your beautiful property! We absolutely loved our time and you made it very easy to check in and the house was equipped with everything we needed! We will be back Again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Cedar Cabin By The Bay was the perfect getaway!

This cabin is just steps from the water, and has the best set up for a relaxing break for cooking in the fully equiped kitchen, sleeping in the comfortable beds, enjoying a fore in the pit by the lake, and relaxing in the shade of the trees. This cabin has updated bathrooms (with a rain shower) and an open kitchen/dining/living room set up with gorgeous windows that face the lake. I would height recommend this cabin to anyone, and we hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika K., Rochester Hills, MI

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

Beautiful place!

I definitely recommend the property. I stayed there with my 2 teenage kids and a dog and it was a memorable experience. The house is located beautifully in the woods at a small beach on Michigan Lake. Lots of privacy and peace. The house is very clean and cosy, with beautiful new bathrooms. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Perfect spot for water-dog families.

We spent most of our day watching our water- loving pup play in the lake. The kids were so happy to play volleyball in the water and on the beach. Take your family, put down the devices, soak up nature, eat every meal together at the big table and throw a thousand sticks to your dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

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

Very peaceful

Just as advertised. We even had deer walk past the wall of windows. The beach was fantastic and a short walk for me.. we had a fire I. The morning to drink our coffee and to hear the waves….we even saw eagles. Which was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eryn S.

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

Awesome escape

My husband and I were looking for a getaway from the city, a place on the water that was cozy and beautiful. This place was all of those things and exceeded our expectations. Recommended for folks that love to stay in and cook your own food, hike, have bonfires on the beach (closest cluster of restaurants is 30+ min away). Definitely will be back! Loved all the books, games, puzzles and gear included!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Esteban C.

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

Aug 2022

Excellent property in a beautiful location with all the amenities. The beach is great for kids and a dog. The only drawback was that tree cutting happened in the neighboring property which created a lot of noise. But that has nothing to do with the property itself. Would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

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Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business almost 20 years ago with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests