Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior

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A single-story cabin with a front porch and a small attached shed.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a small trash bin.
A modern room with a bed, sofa, dining table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern bedroom with a gray sofa, a bed with a striped duvet, a standing lamp, and a wooden wall panel.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall paneling, a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Pelkie, MI
  • Place, Ottawa National Forest
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Ojibwa Casino Baraga
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Baraga State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Studio

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Pelkie

Pelkie is home to this cottage. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Alberta Village Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Baraga State Park.
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Pelkie, MI

What's nearby

  • Ottawa National Forest - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Ojibwa Casino Baraga - 14 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Baraga State Park - 16 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Bishop Baraga Shrine - 18 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 43 min drive - 74.9 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Church In The Valley - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior located?

Situated in Pelkie, this cottage is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Silver Mountain and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Ojibwa Casino Baraga. Lake Superior and Baraga State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I give this place a 10 out of 10 beautiful place to stay has everything we could have asked for. Host is super nice. Close to all the exploring of Keweenaw Peninsula.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. It’s such a great spot for exploring the Keweenaw, and we loved having you as our guests. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool little cabin with all you need. They even had treats for our dog and a s'mores kit. We hope to go back again next year. Location is convenient to all the great nature attractions - The Porcupines, Estivant Pine Nature Preserve, Copper and Eagle Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior on 20 October 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the cabin and all the little extras, including the treats for your pup and the s'mores kit! It sounds like you made the most of your time exploring the beautiful Upper Peninsula, and we're happy our cottage made a convenient home base for your adventures. We'd absolutely love to welcome you and your furry friend back next year! Thank you again for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was great and exactly as described. Clean and well equipped, and the s’more kit was a great touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and loved the s’more kit. We’d love to host you again for another UP getaway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Property!

The property was absolutely breathtaking, and the amenities were perfect! We loved taking advantage of the grill and fire pit, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The thoughtful personal touches throughout the property made us feel so welcome, and Helena was an incredibly kind, responsive, and accommodating host. We had such an amazing time and can't wait to come back!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience! I'm so glad you enjoyed the property and all the little touches. It was a pleasure hosting you, and thank you for being such wonderful guests. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute cottage. Small but had everything we needed. Host easy to communicate with. Nice location in the woods. The screened porch is a nice hang out area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the peaceful wooded setting and found the cottage had everything you needed. It's great to hear you were able to relax on the screened porch, that's one of our favorite spots too! We'd love to host you again on your next visit to the U.P.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute place and perfect if you want privacy in the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful privacy and woodland setting — it’s exactly what we love about this spot too. Hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this quiet little cabin in the woods! A perfect getaway and base of operations for getting to see the beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula. The cabin is quiet, clean, and very comfortable. We arrived early and met it's wonderfully welcoming owners. We would HIGHLY recommend this place!
A quiet screened in porch
A place for a fire with plenty of wood and the owners left the fixings for s'mores!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the cabin and that it was a peaceful, comfortable base for your Keweenaw adventures. It was a pleasure meeting you, and we truly appreciate your thoughtful recommendation. Also, thank you for leaving the place absolutely immaculate — it didn’t go unnoticed and was very much appreciated. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful. The property was very cozy and somewhat comfortable. The bed was a memory foam bed which I don't sleep well on. Unfortunately we had small visitors come in and leave little traces of their visit all over. Even on the sofa, but thank goodness not in the bed. When I received my receipt I was shocked to see a 300.00 cleaning fee for such a tiny house. We paid a little over one thousand dollars and it was maybe 300 square feet. Really???
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Private UP Escape Near Lake Superior on 8 October 2026
From the owner: "Thank you for your kind words and for staying with us! We’re glad you found the cottage cozy, although we’re sorry the memory foam mattress wasn’t the best fit for you. We also really appreciated you letting us know about the little visitor during your stay. We came over that same day and set traps, and while we weren’t able to catch him right away, we did shortly after checkout and thankfully haven’t seen any signs since. I’m also glad we were able to connect after your stay and clear up the confusion regarding the cleaning fee. After reviewing the charges together, we confirmed that the cleaning fee was $70, not $300, and that the larger amount on the receipt included other charges associated with the reservation. Thank you again for staying with us and for your feedback. We truly appreciate it and hope you enjoyed your time exploring the area!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The absolute perfect get away!

Insanely charming little house, secluded but not too far from towns, surrounded by all the nature one needs in this overstimulating world!The house its self is just perfect with all new furniture and essentials, screened in porch for morning and evening enjoyment, all the necessities you could possibly need, plus lots of extras! Wifi and a smart tv, And the host were phenomenal!I will definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Thanks so much for the awesome review! We're so glad you loved the house, the peaceful location, and all the little extras. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a 10 out of 10 experience with our 6 night stay! We were allowed an earlier check in the with great communication with the hostess. The place was immaculate, cozy, excellent WiFi, great outdoor space. Private which we avidly loved. We grilled out a couple nights, had a bonfire, cooked smores (complimentary by the hostess) We will be back in the spring 2026 Thanks again Helen. You were so wonderful to work with. Wish you all the best!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
Thank you for the amazing review Nicole! I’m so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed the cozy, private space and the bonfire! It was a pleasure hosting you and your husband, and I’m excited to welcome you back in spring 2026!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great for day trips to copper harbor, the porkies, or marquette with an aray of waterfalls in either direction.they had everything we needed and more. Our dog was ready to stay forever lol.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location and were able to explore so much of the UP during your stay. And we especially love that your pup felt right at home 😊 We’d be happy to have you all back anytime!
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