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Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure

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Exterior
Living area
Room
Interior
Private kitchen
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Skandia, MI
  • Popular LocationOjibwa Casino Marquette19 min drive
  • AirportMarquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)20 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarquette Harbor Light23 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorthern Michigan University25 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure

Comfortable, clean, private duplex, just 15 minutes from Marquette.

Surrounded by woods and next to Camp 4 Road (a gateway to snowmobiling, overlanding, and adventure mountain biking), this is a perfect place to stay if you’re looking for a gateway to adventure or a tranquil place to stay while still being just a few minutes from all that Marquette and the central Upper Peninsula have to offer.

You’ll enjoy high speed WiFi, in-unit washer and dryer, a well-appointed kitchen, and more.

The Space:

This comfortable, clean, private duplex connects to the other unit through a garage, so you have privacy and silence.

While it doesn't fit into any hip description of style or trendy architecture, it's well maintained, wonderfully comfortable, and surrounded by beautiful Upper Peninsula woods.

The living room has two couches (one of which is a queen fold-out sleeper sofa), a coffee table, a smart TV, and a dedicated work desk. The drawers under the television have a variety of games and other fun things to do if you're stuck inside on a rainy or snowy afternoon.

The kitchen has a table to seat 6, a full-size range and oven, stainless steel sink, full-size refrigerator, and ample selection of cutlery, silverware, pots, pans, strainers (we stayed in an vacation rental without a strainer, once...), and cooking essentials. Coffee, tea, and a few basic instant meals (think ramen) are provided to tide you over until you can get to a grocery store.

The full bathroom has towels and wash cloths for 6, a basic assortment of toiletries, bug spray, med kit items, and other essentials.

The master bedroom has a king bed and a second smart television, along with a large closet, iron, ironing board, ceiling fan, oscillating floor fan, and laundry basket.

The second bedroom has a double bed, smaller closet, oscillating fan, and children's toys and books.

In the unfinished basement, you'll find a full-sized washer and dryer.

The backyard has a small deck, propane grill, and fire pit, all of which are shared with the other unit.

There is paved parking for one car in front of the garage, along with ample parking in the gravel, plowed areas for other vehicles and trailers. The driveway is a pull-through, U-shaped drive that connects with the neighboring duplex, making it easy to manage a snowmobile or 4-wheeler trailer.

The internet is a 300 MBPS symmetrical fiber optic connection that's distributed by a WiFi router. If you're looking for a serene place to work remotely, this is it!

Guest Access:

You have private, full access to the entire 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex unit, including the unfinished basement with your own washer and dryer.

The garage is between the two units in this duplex, so there isn't a shared wall between you and the other unit. Please note that you do not have access to the garage.

The driveway, deck, backyard, propane grill, and fire pit are shared between the units.

Other Things To Note:

Most importantly, we know you're on vacation and are paying a modest cleaning fee. We'll ask you to wash your dishes and clean up any real messes in the kitchen, but we'll do the rest.

In the winter, we hire out the plowing and snow clearing. Our plow guys are fantastic and get to us as fast as they can, but there may be times when there is some notable snow on the ground before they arrive. The same goes for Yalmer Road.

The house is about 15 minutes from Marquette, 20 minutes from the hospital, 25 minutes from the NMU campus, and 45 minutes from Munising and the Pictured Rocks. It's a wonderful gateway to adventure and exploration in the U.P.!

Property manager

Jeremy Vore
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Skandia

Located in Skandia, this holiday home is in a rural area. Lake Superior and Laughing Whitefish Falls State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Maritime Museum. Marquette Harbor Light and Eben Ice Caves and Canyon Falls & Gorge are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Skandia, MI

What's nearby

  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette - 19 min drive
  • Marquette Mountain - 22 min drive
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 23 min drive
  • Lakenenland Sculpture Park - 23 min drive
  • Northern Michigan University - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ojibwa Casinos - 20 min drive
  • A & M Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Sturgis Saloon - 4 min drive
  • Angry Beaver Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, Marquette Regional History Center and Ojibwa Casino Marquette. Laughing Whitefish Falls State Park and UP Health System - Marquette are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyson S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable & Quiet
The property was as advertised and great communication from the owner. The location worked well for our visit with our college student at NMU. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A., Sparta,Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Very well appointed, modern, clean, excellent wi-fi connection. Comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet location
What a beautiful and quiet place to stay in the woods. Easy check-in, great communication and a clean, well stocked home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Very clean beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Jeremy and Cassandra are great hosts and worked hard to make our stay the best it could be.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeremy Vore

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