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Northern Nights

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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Quiet private road
Exterior
Interior
Full bathroom with shower/ tub combo
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Northern Nights

Northern Nights is a quaint and classic "up north" two bedroom, one bath cottage with a view of all sports Paradise Lake! Paradise Lake is known for excellent fishing all year long. We are located just minutes from the Mackinac Bridge, Cecil Bay, Wilderness State Park, Headlands International Dark Sky Park, and the ferry docks to Mackinac Island. US 31 Snowmobile trails are right nearby. In the summer you are a few minutes from gorgeous beaches on Lake Huron or Lake Michigan! Golf and wineries are just a short drive. It's the perfect location for enjoying beautiful Northern Michigan.

Disclosure: Ring camera located next to front door inside porch.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Carp Lake

Located in Carp Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Carp Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 10 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Nights pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Northern Nights ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northern Nights ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Northern Nights located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Edgewater Beach, Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Mackinaw Crossings and Lake Huron are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly clean and comfortable. Description was accurate and perfect for a short girls trip north.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora C.

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

Cozy Lake Cottage

Charming, classic cottage with views of the lake. It was very comfortable and clean, and we were provided all we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and quiet little cabin. The covered porch was the best place for morning coffee! I would recommend this to anyone! 10/15 mins from the Mackinaw Bridge, made it a great spot for our up north adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy P.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a cute place; outdated, but expected that as the photos showed. The issue was there were ants and earwigs in the house. We notified the owner and she said thank you for letting her know. We didn’t stay our second night because of it, so we’re disappointed to cut our trip short.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Great stay!

Great place, just as advertised, was the perfect landing spot for us at the end of our days exploring the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Cozy and close to everything

We enjoyed carp lake and relaxing at the cabin but also that it’s close to mackinaw and other fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bettina B.

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

Nice location

We stayed 2 nights on a multi-state trip and the location was great. You can enjoy Paradise Lake, you can use it as a base to enjoy Mackinac Island and the Great Lakes, or both. We had a campfire one night and had a great stay. Loved being able to wash our clothes before heading to the next location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Annual get away

This little cabin worked perfect for a place for my mom and I to stay with my 3 kids for our annual summer getaway. It was a short drive to Mackinac. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here. I always give honest reviews and don't fluff. So here goes......We laughed in this little house, played games and had a great time. The house is only about 10 minutes to Mackinaw City. The communication was great, check-in was awesome, and it was clean. The drawbacks---the front room has a very strong mildew smell. It says it sleeps 6 but we cannot imagine more than 3 people being comfortable. It is very small. The tiny bathroom does not have a plug in it that we could find. If you have a small group and would like to save money---snag it! It is a sweet little place set back in time. It is almost like a fish camp house. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Carp Lake Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at Carp Lake!!! The cabin was great and local restaurants were good! Loved that the cabin had a washer and dryer! Definitely try Goldie's Cinnamon Roll at Harbor Lights Grille! Nice location for a peaceful, relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosa C.

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

Carp Lake cottage

Our stay was very nice, we were 4 adults the bunk bed was not sutible for an adult but we managed with with the smaller sofa bed. Love place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Justin P.

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

Ideal Cabin

The VRBO itself exceeded all expectations. It was impeccably maintained and furnished with a traditional cozy cabin touch. The owners had thoughtfully provided all the amenities you needed, making you feel right at home. The fully equipped kitchen allowed you to whip up delicious meals, and the spacious living area provided a comfortable space to relax and unwind. So many nearby attractions only minutes away made the location ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

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

Respite

The cottage was extremely clean and in excellent repair. It was simple but had many quality appointments. It was very cozy. And the owners were very readily available, as I had several conversations with Ekko. She even called me two days before check in to make sure we got the security code for the door lock. She didn't have to do that. They went above and beyond. I highly recommend this property. Thank you so much, Jamie and Ekko!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cabi

It was basic. Master was just a full size bed but husband and I split up and slept in 2 bedrooms. Bath has no electric to plug in a hair dryer but can be done in bedroom. This place appears to just get a "surface" cleaning after each guest which bothers me because you pay for a cleaning fee. Much dust on lamps. Uncomforable sitting in living room as the air conditioner blows right on you while sitting there. It fulfilled our needs but it is basic, so beware. No shampoo or hair dryer (although to be fair, they were no listed in the amenities). We have stayed in many VRBO's and this one was the most over priced for what you are getting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great location, perfect for everything we wanted to do. Well stocked, TV available, Clean. We didn't see any public places to go by the lake. The perfect time of year to visit the colors were amazing. We will book your place again. Thank you very much! We will recommend your cabin to anyone else we know that is going to that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchal p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin. Everything we needed was included.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and only 10 minutes from Mackinaw City which was great. Very quiet area, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice property. Good location for getting to activities. Clean. Wish there was lake access to fish.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication. All as stated in VRBO description. Clean. Great Location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

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

Carp Lake

Wonderful little property, secluded but several services near by. Looking forward to booking here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Lovely base for touring the area

This was a lovely spot that met our needs well on either side of a day trip to Mackinac Island!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and clean cottage. Plenty of linens and cookware available, and quick communication from owner. My girls loved games available. Neighborhood was quiet and family friendly. Local general stores nearby for anything you may have forgotten. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Paradise Lake cabin

Cozy little cabin, perfect for 4 people. Only 10 minutes from Mackinaw City.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Great stay!

Very clean little house for a short trip! Master double bed was very comfortable. Harbor Lights Grille was the best place to eat and super close by. Clyde’s takeout pizza amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jamie and Ekko Tackabury

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