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Pure UP! Secluded Lakefront Natural Retreat Centered near most attractions.

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A wooden cabin with a deck and a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone wall, and a sink.
A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior, surrounded by a grassy yard and a leaf-covered ground.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a small table, and a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a fireplace. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Seney, MI
  • Place, Seney National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Grand Marais
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other (See Description)

2 Double Futons

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Seney

Located in Seney, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Lake Superior, while Pickle Barrel House Museum and Light Keepers House Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Seney, MI

What's nearby

  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 15 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 19 min drive - 25.8 km
  • beach near Grand Marais - 25 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Sable Falls - 27 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Light Keepers House Museum - 28 min drive - 35.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪green haven lodge - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pure UP! Secluded Lakefront Natural Retreat Centered near most attractions. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pure UP! Secluded Lakefront Natural Retreat Centered near most attractions.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pure UP! Secluded Lakefront Natural Retreat Centered near most attractions.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pure UP! Secluded Lakefront Natural Retreat Centered near most attractions.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pure UP! Secluded Lakefront Natural Retreat Centered near most attractions. located?

This Seney cabin is on the beach, 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Seney National Wildlife Refuge, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Lake Superior. Manistique River Roadside Park and Sable Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 68 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice and secluded
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great escape to the woods! The cabin is literally miles off the beaten path and that’s just what i was looking for. Clean and simple with all the amenities I needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice cabin. great place to go and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing!

We enjoyed the seclusion and nature trails, great fishing as well! Cozy cabin was just what the family needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
So glad you enjoyed our secluded cabin!! Thank you for giving a great review of great fishing, relaxing, and solitude. Please come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UP Lake Trip

The lake cabin was very peacful and the lake was so quiet and beautiful. We really enjored our week on the lake. The host were excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation

Realy loved the cabin and access to the lake. We all had a great time boating and hiking and this was an ideal location for all of our daytime adventures. Thanks Dale and Mike. We had a very memorable vacation in the UP.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Hello Sean! Glad you had a good time! The UP cabin is definitely the best definition what for pure U P means! Thank you for coming!! Please come again! Dale
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend this property. Dale always gets back to you quickly if you have a question. The cabin is well stocked. We had a great time using their boat and fishing in the lake. I wouldn’t change anything about the experience we had here. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the birds and other animals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is so great! We wanted privacy and beauty and we got both in spades. The cabin was cozy and comfortable, great for family time. The lake was clean, warm, and great for fishing. It is very remote. But is within an hour of so many waterfalls, pictured rocks, the big lake and many towns. We truly enjoyed our stay!! I would recommend to everyone and we will go back
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
Thank you for a wonderful & honest review!! It is very hard to imagine in words a perfect natural spot but you did very well ! Thank you for staying and consider coming again real soon! God bless!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Off Grid Location

If you’re looking to unplug.. this is your place.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Remote wilderness

If your looking for rest and relaxation along with the sounds and sights of nature this is the place to experience. We had an amazing time and truly enjoyed this off the grid property and we sure hope to get to experience it again. The owners are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for the great review! We pay close attention to our guests needs and try to include everything you may have forgotten to bring with you. A cabin stay at in the north woods is a rare experience. Add in a private swimmable lake and miles of trails to explore and you have the perfect get a way!! We hope you come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

I didn't realize how deep in the woods this cabin was until we drove down the dirt road. Nice cabin to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for staying at our quiet place!! We feel this is the perfect spot to get away from all the technology that a modern world demands we must live in. To reconnect with family or friends on a one to one, face to face gathering and having old time fun Is a gift our cabin offers. Relationships are everything and fun memories are created. Glad you loved it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cabin

Very secluded, nobody around at all, and quiet. Lots to explore and trails forever. Very cool little lake with nice bass and perch. Beautiful. The cabin can be tricky to find so get there with a few hours of light left. Very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for staying! Please come back when you need another ‘Nature’ fix.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and beautiful area

We had a wonderful time at your secluded cabin. It was such an awesome little lake ,so clear we watched turtles and fish. Enjoyed kayaking, swimming, bonfires and watching sunsets. Took hikes on trails and picked blueberries. Amenities should be updated to say bring own linens and towels as they are not provided. Owner did contact us few days before our stay to inform us. Hope to be able to return again in future.
Sand beach
Sunset
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall colors

Great time in the UP. Second time staying at the cabin. Went on many adventures on our RZR side by side. Great fishing got a couple bass. Probably the most quiet place I've ever been. Spotted quite a few deer on the road to the property. Fall colors were amazing. Great location to go to nearby towns during the week we stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed our cabin! The trails are perfect for exploring the back woods of the great U P!! You are welcome any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fred Dutch Lake

Nice and isolated, but on Saturday Lake was full of people and some drove onto the property as it maybe needs more/better signage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Even though the lake is isolated and far from people, it is still publicly owned. Most people have forgotten about it but sometimes and rarely it happens but people do show up in boats at the public access. Sometimes people get lost exploring the many trails and turn around at the cabin. Stuff happens but for the most part, the cabin is secluded and a wonderful place to experience solitude! I will put up more privacy signs to deter a straggler. Thank you for the suggestion !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent getaway cabin!

This cabin is beautifully positioned on Fred Dutch Lake. Very private. From the highway (M77) it will take you about 45 mins to travel the 6.6 miles back to the cabin with a capable 4WD vehicle. But it’s worth the trek! Every amenity! Row boat and a canoe with a dock. Generator power provides everything you need
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Our trip was very tranquil and relaxing . There were many tour attractions near the cabin that we went to and saw. The cabin is a ways from the main road but we liked it that way only seeing a handful of people on the lake the whole week. We had fun fishing and caught some bass that we let go so the next guest could enjoy to catch. Dale and Mike were very friendly and helpful they guided us on places to see and answered any questions we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene and beautiful like the photos

Quiet with sounds of the loons and cranes. Exactly as described. Extra provisions that met needs and desires. Great roads surrounding area for ATV’S. Encourage to bring a marine battery and trolling motor. Boat has a place to attach the motor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for a great tenure! We are glad you had a good time! Yes, there is a place to put a small motor on the roll boat but many people just like to roll. That in itself is fun on our 40 acre lake. Thank you for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Off the Grid

This cabin was awesome. Exactly as listed. If you're looking for a beautiful, private setting right on a lake, off the grid, this is the place. Deep, deep in the woods, but with all the amenities of home. Fishing, blueberry picking, wildlife abound. This place is beautiful. The property owners were very nice and responsive. Easy check in, no issues. This place would be gorgeous in the fall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! Yes, it is so beautiful with all the colors! Thank you for staying!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

very quite

really liked how the sun comes up through the trees and warmed my back when drinking my coffee nice warm breeze kept the bugs away very good place to go if you really need peice of mind and the sunset is amazing shines across the water on to the dock i slept and got the rest i needed on comfotable bed and comfotable blankets cabin was clean when we got there witch i liked very much the screened in porch is a plus cant even tell its all run by generator i would most like to rent this cabin again thanks mike n dale.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for staying!!! It was nice to have met you! Glad you came back and brought your other son to enjoy the needed time together. This place is perfect for building and bonding father/son relationships.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getting away from it all

Very private secluded cabin. Bring your atv or side by side. Went on a 30 mile trail ride.. make sure your orv is 50 inches wide or less.. Fall colors were awesome. No cell reception but that's OK everyone needs to go without tech once in awhile.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for staying! Many of guests have came back realizing that this place truly creates the memories we are all craving to make. Getting in with nature is the best feeling. Glad you liked it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay

We had a great time at the cabin. The owners called me back immediately when I had a question a few days before my arrival. There is a lot of refrigerator space. The kitchen is very well equipped. I like the screened porch for when it’s buggy. We caught lots of fish. Everything in the cabin was in good working order. Lots of people like to talk about the road into the cabin, but it is in fairly good shape. Just drive slowly and enjoy the nature. We would definitely stay here again. 5+ rating😁
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for posting a great review of our cabin! We are so glad we can offer a pure U P Michigan vacation to our guests! Bring unplugged from civilization is an experience so few can enjoy. It is a such nice feeling to make someone’s expectation of solitude come to life. Please come back for another ‘fix’. God bless you and your family! ♥️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great cabin

We sat out with a bonfire looking at the stars each night, we even saw the northern lights! We heard a wolf howl in the distance and the kids loved looking for bear and wolf prints on the road to the cabin. They were also kept busy fishing and playing with the row boat and canoe. The lake is wonderful and clean Your directions need a bit of refining! For those reading, just follow the boat launch signs all the way until the end. The cabin is one turn away from the boat launch. It’s a long and dusty 6.5 miles to the cabin but well worth it. Once back on the actual highway it was an easy drive to many attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for staying!! Those directions were my first directions but guests were missing the boat launch signs and getting confused so I measured the distance between signs and turns. No one has gotten lost this year! We are so happy you enjoyed the beautiful wilderness setting of our cabin. So glad you kids had fun! Thanks again for staying! Dale
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded and amazing.

This little cabin was fantastic, even for just a couple. Every detail was perfect. Anything one could need was right there in the cabin- making things so easy and stress free. The lake was beautiful, from sunrise to sunset. It was so nice to be truely alone, like stepping back in time. We relaxed, read books, had bonfires, star gazed, and BBQed! It was really such a perfect family place- we felt guilty leaving the kids with grandma for our anniversary trip. We will be back and will be bringing the kids in the future for sure. I made sure to download the local maps before we left because even with Verizon there was barely any service. It was easy to find- and Dale was very helpful and a great host. Thank you again Dale!!! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2023
Hi Jackie! Thank you for a perfect review of our cabin! We are so glad you enjoyed the solitude and the feeling of going back in time. Many guests love the fact that they aren’t tempted to look at the phone because WiFi doesn’t exist there and it’s a blessing not being bothered by it. If one might need to check their messages sometimes sitting on the dock while dangling your feet in the water might get you service. Lol. Maybe. Thanks again for coming and please come back or refer friends. We’d love to have you! Dale
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

mouse infested

Walked into the property to find mouse feces on the kitchen table, kitchen counters, sink, on the floor, including all the bedrooms. Texted the owner, no reply. Called the owner and she said there should be Clorox wipes in the house to clean it up. We chose to leave. She would not respond to texts or phone calls. It was an incredibly disappointing experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2023
I had wish you would have stayed more than a few minutes and enjoyed the cabin’s perfect peaceful setting and beautiful sunsets! We have no control if a mouse enters with a door open or if it smelled lingering food from the previous guests. We always sprinkle a natural deterrent for small critters around the outside perimeter and place little bags of the same inside. All summer we have not had complaints and our housekeeper is very good about such things. After all, It’s a secluded UP cabin deep in the wilderness on a beautiful lake. We have no control of deer, wolves, moose, or any wild animal entering the cabin area so we always remind the guests to clean up food crumbs and take their garbage out to the old outhouse away from the cabin and use our Clorox wipes under the sink to clean things up if mouse dirt is seen.. Always read the description carefully and expect the unexpected. We don’t guarantee a mouse free place, no body can, but we can give you an experience in the wilderness that you will remember and love for a life time. God bless!
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