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

Lakefront holiday home with patio and fireplace

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • Place, Castle Rock
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai

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.



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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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
$75 pet fee plus additional security deposit.
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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 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
Property # 1361231vb

About the area

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Straits State Park and Lake Huron, 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 - 13 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 13 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 16 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 16 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Bridge View Park - 17 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jose's Cantina
  • ‪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.

How much is parking at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?

On-site parking is available at the 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 steps from Lake Huron and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace. Brevort Township Community Recreation Area and Castle Rock are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay! Beautiful views, nicely kept home. Highly recommended for a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! 100% would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this property. Wonderful large yard
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot on the bay and river. It was quiet but still close to St Ignace. House had everything we needed. We enjoyed the deck, big yard, and firepit. We have made many trips to the UP and finally got the see the northern lights this time. We would definitely come and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was really large and so peaceful being right on the water. We did not use the pontoon or the kayaks. Our dog enjoyed staying there. We saw the northern lights one evening. Easy drive to Saint ignace for meals and to catch the ferry. Porches were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hessel trip

Amazing location and property with incredible views in every direction. The set up of the house and porch are perfect. Lots of space for a big family or group. Great getaway for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and communication with the host was easy. The cleanliness of the cottage was a little disappointing after so many excellent reviews saying otherwise. High traffic areas are obviously cleaned well, but anything out of the way at all (under beds, windowsills, inside of washing machine, etc) were quite dirty. The cottage does not have AC, which was uncomfortable, but only on the first day of our stay before it cooled off. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The cottage worked well as a base for day trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house, property and location. Very peaceful. House was clean and it had all the essentials to include a nice washer and dryer. We enjoyed the view of the bay. Great area to explore - to include Mackinaw Island.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time with family all week! The cottage is in a great spot for day trips. We easily visited Tahquamenon Falls, Whitefish Point, Soo Locks and Mackinac Island. Found lots of good places to eat near Hessel/Cedarville. The cabin was great, plenty of beds and space for 8 of us and our dog. Lots of space in the yard for yard games. We used the Pontoon a few times and kayaking up the river was fun as well. Host/property manager was very responsive. Overall great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca F.

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

Beautiful location!

The location of this property is beautiful! Having the pontoon makes this listing! You can see the mighty Mac and the island from the front porch. We spent many hours up and down the river and in the bay on boat. The boat and cabin are nothing fancy but they did the job of making a fun family vacation. Dottie was great to work with and quick to respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

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

Great base camp

Perfect place to stay with a larger group. Close to a lot yet secluded for down time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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

8/10 Good

Tom J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and comfortable. It is an Up North cottage and it felt like one. A couple things could be upgraded in the house to make it nicer such as new kitchen pans and other appliances like a new toaster. It could use some maintenance to the doors and light switches as well as railings around the deck. Other than that, it was exactly what we thought it would be. Also, we did not have the opportunity to use the pontoon boat or other water toys.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia P.

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

discover upper peninsula

we love the place! and we were enjoying our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

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

Travis B.

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

Great Cabin

This is our second time staying at this property. We love the location and the view. The cabin is clean and well prepped - everything we could have asked for.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Loveli

Very lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

Tim K.

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

Excellent Location - Beautiful Property

Excellent property and location. The location on the bay was excellent. The property was everything promised. It is actually prettier on the outside compared to the picture as it is now red which is great. Have access to the pontoon and kayaks was great and the Neighbor "John" was super nice and a great resource. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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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