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Recreational trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP

Recreational trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP

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Fresh NEW look!
Covered porch overlooking back yard
Property runs straight back through the woods to the service trail
Exterior
Spacious living room with smart TV. Spectrum TV and internet.

Overview of Recreational trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 8107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Bessemer, MI
  • Popular LocationBig Powderhorn Mountain Resort10 min drive
  • AirportIronwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlack River Basin14 min drive
  • Popular LocationIndianhead Mountain16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Upper Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Recreational trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP

Get ready to explore! Whether you enjoy hiking or biking, the Iron Belle trail is just a 1/4 mile up the road. The Porcupine mountains are a 45 min drive for picturesque views. Climb up Copper Peak or check out the numerous waterfalls that are on the scenic byway to Lake Superior (25 min away).

After your adventures, enjoy a spacious lower level with a queen bedroom along with 2 bedrooms upstairs. With 4 twin beds & a trundle bed for the kids-there’s room for everyone!

Whether you are a winter warrior or a summer adventurer, Nelson Nest is a great jumping-off point for you!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: No air condition in home, however, there are 2 ceiling fans and an oscillating fan available for the bedrooms.

ATV's: YES! Trails are just up the road, just please do not drive in the back yard.

Bathroom: Main floor with shower and washer & dryer

Beach/Swimming: Lake Superior is 25 minutes North which hosts many public beaches. Black River Harbor area is great for swimming with sandy beaches. Be sure to stop along the way at the waterfalls that you'll see!

Cell phone service: GREAT!

Distances:
* Duluth, MN: 2 hours and 15 minutes (114 miles)
* Marquette: 2 hours and 26 minutes ( 139 miles)
* Porcupine Mountains: 1 hour ( 56 miles)
* Green Bay: 3 hours and 42 minutes (316 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 5 hours and 21 minutes away (306 miles)

Fishing: Sunday Lake and Giles Flowage are about 15 minutes away. Gogebic Lake is 40-minutes away.

Fishing poles: Please bring your own

Grill: Small charcoal grill and a propane gas grill available (provide own charcoal-we attempt to have propane available but can’t guarantee previous guest didn’t empty tank)
Grocery Store: 5 minutes from Walmart or Super One Foods—Ironwood

Internet: yes!

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have sheets, bedding, pillows, pillow cases, bath towels + beach towels.

Lawn Games: Bocce Ball!

Parking: Can fit 2 vehicles side by side with a trailer.

Pets: Up to 3 dogs are welcome! We do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Doggy doo bags are provided. Towels for paws are located in entryway.
Privacy: Neighbors on either side of house-both with dogs.

Snowmobiles: YES and you can snowmobile from the house! Iron-Belle Trails are close and miles long! Please check out both the pedestrian trails (cross-country skiing) next to the motorized trails.

Skiing: Big Powder Horn – 5 minutes away

Big Snow resort (formerly Black Jack/Indianhead)– 10 minutes away

Wolverine Recreation Area

Mt. Zion-disc golf course & ski hill with Family Tube Sledding- tow-rope – 8 minutes

White Cap – 15 minutes away

Porcupine Mountains State Park area…hour away for great hiking.

Space: Ground floor and upper level

Televisions: 2 Smart TVs with live streaming. Cable is also available on both TV's.

Tours: Stormy Kromer Factory Tour—hats (red and black flap hats) with a store

Washer and dryer: Yes! It is located on the main floor in the bathroom. Laundry soap is provided.

Wood: Enjoy the free wood

Property manager

Kristy Widmann
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Up to 3 dogs allowed for $50 per stay

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please only smoke outdoors and clean up the butts

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bessemer

Located in Bessemer, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Ottawa National Forest, while Old Depot Park Museum and Historic Ironwood Theatre are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Map
Bessemer, MI

What's nearby

  • Aspirus Ironwood Hospital - 5 min drive
  • Ironwood Memorial Building - 9 min drive
  • Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort - 10 min drive
  • Black River Basin - 14 min drive
  • Indianhead Mountain - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Cold Iron Brewing - 9 min drive
  • Breakwater Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Uptown Cafe - 9 min drive
  • Pit Stop Bar & Grill - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nelson Nest: ATV, & pedestrian trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nelson Nest: ATV, & pedestrian trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nelson Nest: ATV, & pedestrian trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nelson Nest: ATV, & pedestrian trails and waterfalls await. Explore the UP located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ottawa National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Aspirus Ironwood Hospital and Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort. Stormy Kromer Factory and Ironwood Memorial Building are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy old house
This place has a well stocked kitchen (appliances and spices), roomy couch for lounging, and space for our family of four to spread out. Kristy was helpful and responds quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
Wonderful house and location. Perfect location for exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best Nest
Was an Amazing stay, would recommend staying, this place is right next to really beautiful waterfalls, and other scenic places, might go back soon honestly. There was some wasp nest which im deathly allergic to, but that was literally the only downside but other than that it was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski weekend
Nice place and clean, close to ski resorts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B., Sheboygan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home base for our ski trip
We had everything our group of 3 needed for a quick weekend getaway to the UP. Great location, easy to find and close to a the ski hills. Comfortable beds, large gathering space to hang out and make food. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kristy Widmann

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I am a full time Mom of 4 and a part time registered nurse. We bought this house for a weekend get away and can't get enough of the Bessemer area! Our family of 6 fits easily into the open concept lower level but we don't spend much time at the house because there is so much to see and do. Our favorite places to visit are Black River Harbor-Lake Superior with stops to see the many falls on the way, Presque Isle River and waterfalls, Copper Peak, and Sunday Lake. We also love tube sledding at Mt. Zion and snowshoeing through the incredible amount of snow that falls here.

Why they chose this property

We bought this home from it's original owner that built it for his family in the 1950's. We have updated it throughout and continue to make improvements as we go.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION is everything! Close to miles of biking, hiking & snowmobile trails. Waterfalls to see and great lakes and waterways for your kayaking/canoeing adventures.

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