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Beautiful waterfront retreat with kayaks and bikes

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10259.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Marquette Mountain
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marquette Harbor Light
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Northern Michigan University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Crib room

1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful waterfront retreat with kayaks and bikes

You will love this perfect waterfront retreat on the Chocolay River with Lake Superior access. This custom built house is designed to take advantage of the great outdoors. From the cozy covered front porch to the spacious backyard, this home offers a relaxing, private oasis overlooking 100' of river frontage with beautiful views, a 530 sq ft. raised wood deck, a hot tub and even a pirate ship playhouse designed for hours of fun for the littles. In the winter, you can access Marquette’s vast snowmobile trails right from the driveway!

For the biking enthusiast, the Heritage bike trail is right around the corner. From here you can bike less than four miles to downtown Marquette for a meal or a beer at one of Marquette's many craft breweries. You can bring your own bike or use one of the cruisers that we provide.

You can also fish from the shores for Pike or head out on the river in the kayaks provided where anglers report catches of Coho salmon and Lake trout. There are many bird species to be observed in the area including nesting bald eagles that fish the lake, migratory birds and an occasional Great horned owl. The land across the river is part of the Chocolay Bayou Nature Preserve a sanctuary with hiking trails and prohibited development.

Upon entering this home from the covered front porch, you'll love the outstanding views of the river. The living room with its large windows, warm wood floors and fireplace will draw you in. The kitchen is spacious and welcoming with cherry cabinets, granite counter tops, heated floors, and a large island. The upper level master suite offers large windows overlooking the water, a walk in closet, full bath with tiled tub/shower enclosure and granite counter tops. There are two additional bedrooms upstairs with a spacious bathroom complete with tiled floor and shower. The downstairs bedroom can also be used as a play room or second living room.

Property manager

Valerie
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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 first aid kit

About the area

Marquette

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Harvey, a neighbourhood in Marquette. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area, while Marquette Regional History Center and Marquette Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Harbor Light are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and mountain biking.
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Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • UP Health System - Marquette - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Marquette Mountain - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dry Dock Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ore Dock Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blackrocks Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Huron Mountain Bakery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful waterfront retreat with kayaks and bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful waterfront retreat with kayaks and bikes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful waterfront retreat with kayaks and bikes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful waterfront retreat with kayaks and bikes located?

Located in Harvey, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Lake Superior and within 6 miles (10 km) of Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Regional History Center. UP Health System - Marquette and Marquette Maritime Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

ski with grandkids week

The house was great, welcoming, clean, great views and bonus fresh snow to play in. Grandsons age 10 and 7 enjoyed skiing with Grandpa and parents while Grandma played with 2 1/2 year old in yard and house. There were TOYS and a good crib and fresh snow.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

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

Great house and location!

Second time staying here, one of my favorite spots, great location and house
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

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

Beautiful location and property!

We had a wonderful stay at Valerie’s property in Harvey! We enjoyed the brand new hot tub and quick access to the snowmobile trails! 5 stars and we certainly will try to be back soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missi M.

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

Friends and Family trip

The weekend trip was perfect. The house was clean and well stocked. The hot tub was wonderful. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Terrific Propeerty

The family enjoyed the property, especially the hot tub and kayaks. The property was well maintained and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

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

Cute house & easy to find

My husband and I stayed up in Marquette for a long weekend. We pulled the trailer with our side-by-side and had space in the driveway to do that. The house was very clean but does have a little bit of a musty smell on the main floor and downstairs. The master bathroom is awesome! It even had everything you needed in the tub like shampoo and soap. The king size bed in the master bedroom is extremely soft, which we struggled with a little bit as we are not used to that! We would have loved a television in the bedroom as well, but it didn’t make or break our stay. The kitchen is updated and has everything you need. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay here. It is a beautiful location and if we would’ve brought our kids, they would have enjoyed the very cute playset. Thank you to the owners for providing this space to people!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilarie Ginger S.

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

Very nice

The property was very sufficient for our needs and wants. The hot tub was a lot of fun. The veiw and privacy on the back yard was great. I hope we have the opportunity to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marek O.

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

Marek O

Very satisfy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeramie H.

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

Beautiful Cozy Home; Easy access to Marquette

The home was exactly as described and offered a lot of amenities that made the experience great when we weren't out exploring Marquette and the surrounding area! Great place to book with a large group of friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant H.

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

Family Trip to Marquette

The stay was amazing. We had everything we needed and had a great time as a family. The property was even closer to downtown Marquette than I thought which made access to it along with lots of trails and beaches super easy. We enjoyed Harborfest, strongly recommend the Marquette Farmer's market, had an amazing kitchen to cook in, and this property was perfect if travelling with an infant. We had our 11 month old daughter with us and the crib room was perfect for her. It got dark enough even for naps during the day which is crucial as parents know. Highly recommend the property, I can't say enough good things about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Our second stay

We stayed here in fall of 2022 for a visit with our NMU student. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy family time with distant college students. The kitchen is one of the best stocked of all the places we’ve stayed, making it easy to do home cooked meals. House is quiet and the view of the water from everywhere in the house makes for a great way to start and end the day. Access to the Iron Ore Heritage Trail is great for walking and biking. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Like visiting a close friends house

The property was exactly as described in the listing. The accommodations were outstanding. My 9 year old had her first kayaking experience here with the kid kayak they had provided, and what a memory! Loved that the little river comes right out to the Lake and sugar sand beach. My little one loved time in the hot tub with dad. So many close shops and restaurants nearby while having the quiet retreat of this neighborhood, and the serenity of the woods and bayou in the back. Would absolutely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

erik b.

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

Great stay

Was an amazing stay. Valerie was very helpful and everything g was super clean and convenient. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Family vacation

Loved our stay here with our 4 adult kids. House was well appointed and in a great location. Felt secluded on the river while being just a short drive to downtown Marquette. We enjoyed the kayaks and walking/bike trail right at the house. Marquette was fun to explore with cute shops and restaurants along with hiking and swimming. We also did a day trip to Pictured Rocks from here, just 45 minutes away. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew D.

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

Family vacation

Overall my family had a great stay. We had issues with the washer, but other than that. Great location for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Great Stay Near Marquette!

Our family of 8 gathered here for the 4th of July weekend. We had a wonderful time in this beautiful house which had a perfect view of nature and the Chocolay River! Seven of us slept here very comfortably. This house was so well stocked with everything imaginable. I was still discovering things on our last day. (Thank you so much for this, Valerie!) I am used to having to bring so many things from my own house, but needed absolutely nothing from home here. We loved sitting outside on the deck, on the patio, and/or in lawn chairs on the grass as we caught up with friends and family in the area. We enjoyed watching the bunnies, birds, squirrels, and chipmunks playing in the yard. We also loved sitting in the hot tub, fishing while kayaking, hiking on the trails, and playing board games. We were able to walk to two great restaurants/bars and Marquette was just a hop, skip, and jump away for all the things we wanted to do in the area. My grown kids and spouses enjoyed going just down the road to jump into their ice bath (Lake Superior). Valerie was an excellent host! We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique V.

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

Great Stay

Plenty of room to spread out, great extras provided, bikes, kayaks, beach towels, all things needed for vacation. Convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbi S.

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

Mountain Bike Getaway

Couldn’t have asked for a better host and property! Reasonably close to mountain bike trails and downtown. Plenty of room for us to spread out. We had a couple of questions when we arrived that were answered very timely. We would rent this one again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Graduation

We came for our son’s NMU graduation. We had plenty of room for our family and grandparents. There were 8 of us and we were very comfortable. We found the path to the lake and took several beautiful long walks along the beach. The kitchen was well stocked- we did quite a bit of cooking and sitting outside was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Chocolay River

This stay was going to be all about snowmobiling, however, there wasn't any snow! Yet being close to Marquette there were many other things to do (and we are all quite familiar with MQT). The house had everything we needed to cook, clean, cover up with comfy throws, watch TV, and a BEAUTIFUL view. We would definitely try for snow another time here. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

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

Great spot for snowmobiling

This was one of the best places I have ever rented. Everything was amazing and more. Location of the house was amazing as well. Will rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie F.

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

Top Notch!

I cannot say enough good things about this property! The house is immaculately clean, absolutely beautiful, spacious, and has everything you need and more as far as dishes, kitchen appliances, towels etc. All the beds are super comfortable, the location on the river is gorgeous and peaceful and the hot tub is great! Because of the time of year and the weather, we weren’t able to use the kayaks or the bikes, but those are definitely an added bonus! We rented the house for our family Christmas celebration and everyone absolutely loved it. Valerie, the owner, is wonderful, so accommodating and easy to deal with. She even sent us a delicious surprise after our arrival! Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick P., San Diego

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

NMU Family Weekend was Perfect!

The place was great. The view with the beautiful color trees and river was incredible. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine C.

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

Magnificent for the Miners Cup

Our Husky family reserved this amazing property for an extended autumn weekend for the Miners Cup at the Superior Dome. Everyone enjoyed the large and well stocked kitchen, comfortable living area, and hot tub. We look forward to visiting Marquette again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

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

Wedding weekend

The property was gorgeous. All of the general household needs were provided which was a very pleasant surprise compared to other places I’ve stayed. The home was close to so many sights. It was a perfect place for 3 generations celebrating a family wedding!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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