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Private lakefront home with 1,200 feet of sandy beach. A year-round retreat.

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Spacious lakeside retreat with a welcoming wraparound porch
Charming and sunny home surrounded by lush green lawn.
Serene sunset overlooking the water and outdoor fireplace.
Peaceful lake views with a cozy stone fireplace by the shore.
A beautiful, secluded path leads the way to the house.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cedar River, MI
  • Peninsula State Park
  • J.W. Wells State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Island Resort & Casino
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private lakefront home with 1,200 feet of sandy beach. A year-round retreat.

Relaxing Lakefront Retreat – 6 Bed, 3 Bath Year-Round Getaway

This spacious 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom lakefront home was thoughtfully designed for families to unwind, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of nature in every season.

Inside, the chef’s kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, serving dishes, and everything you need to entertain. Gather with friends around the oversized kitchen island or relax in the attached family room by the warmth of a roaring fire. Step out onto the back porch to enjoy stargazing as their reflections shimmer on the calm lake.

Upstairs, four bedrooms are arranged around a large living area featuring three sofas and a TV with over 200 channels—perfect for movie nights or rainy-day relaxation.

Outdoors, enjoy a stunning 1,200 feet of private sandy beach with shallow swimming, a large stone fireplace ideal for toasting marshmallows and hot dogs, and plenty of seating for 10–12 guests. There’s also a wide range of outdoor games including bocce ball, cornhole, ladder ball, and badminton. Two kayaks are available for your use, along with a ping pong table upstairs and board games for family fun.

Adventure seekers will love the miles of four-wheeling and side-by-side trails right out the driveway, as well as nearby opportunities for biking, fishing, hunting, kayaking, hiking, snowmobiling, and skiing. There's ample space for parking ATVs and snowmobiles.

In spring and summer, enjoy fishing and trail riding. Fall offers spectacular foliage, and winter brings nearby snow sports. Golf lovers will find four public courses just a short drive away.

Located between Escanaba and Menominee, this peaceful hideaway offers the perfect home base for Upper Peninsula day trips. Whether you're looking for peace and quiet or action-packed outdoor fun, this beautiful home delivers it all.

Come visit and experience the magic of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula year-round!

Property manager

Helen A Bonville
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Stephenson

Located in Stephenson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Ellison Bay Pottery Studios, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and J.W. Wells State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cedar River, MI

What's nearby

  • J.W. Wells State Park - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Island Resort & Casino - 38 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Chip-in Casino - 38 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 45 min drive - 53.7 km
  • DeYoung Family Zoo - 46 min drive - 50.1 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hirsch's Cedar River Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Pub - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lake front home on 1200 feet of sandy beach. All year round house. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Lake front home on 1200 feet of sandy beach. All year round house. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lake front home on 1200 feet of sandy beach. All year round house. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Lake front home on 1200 feet of sandy beach. All year round house. located?

This family-friendly Stephenson holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 12 mi (20 km) of J.W. Wells State Park and O. B. Fuller Park. DeYoung Family Zoo and Little Bay de Noc are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Slice of heaven

This house was perfect for our go, sit, stay vacation! Helen was super communicative and easy to get a hold of for any questions or needs. Our week was nothing short of perfection!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Great Stay at Slice of Heaven

We had a great stay at the Slice of Heaven in Cedar River. Thank you Helen for sharing your beautiful home. The Burns Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

emapatz A.

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

Family Vacation

We met from several locations for an extended family trip. The house was GREAT! Fully supplied with everything we needed and then some. Great location with a fantastic private beach. Yard was awesome for family games and gathering and the porch overlooking the water was my favorite way to start every day with a sunrise over the lake. Easy communication with the owners when needed. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Great large family gathering space

This house is large and very well appointed. Everything we might need was available to us. We enjoyed the yard games, kayaks, fireplace, and ping pong table. We had plenty of space inside for 12 people. The breathtaking lake was visible from so many parts of the house. We enjoyed day trips to Escanaba and Painted Rocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Private, Peaceful, & Spacious Lakefront Getaway

Overall, this was a very nice place. It was clean, spacious, and well stocked. The driveway is long and set back from the highway, so you don't even hear the highway traffic at all. The only downfall was the weather, which host had no control over! We would love to come back again in summer so we can enjoy the beach & bonfires.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., North Liberty, United States

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

Very nice house on secluded property.

House was clean and lake view was beautiful! Ample kitchen utensils, spices and etc to cook and bake as needed. Indoor and outdoor games, kayaking and fire pit were excellent to enjoy family time. Owner had property was great to deal with and responded promptly. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

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

rural area

our week was chilly, only part of 2 days above 70, did not get to enjoy lake as much as we thought, due to being at the end of a month and the size of the family, wifi was not sufficient for us,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Best Lake Front Retreat

This home is perfect! From the well appointed kitchen, to comfortable beds, the outdoor fire place and amazing view. Our family had a wonderful time reconnecting and relaxing before the back to school crazy started. We planned on cooking and this kitchen made it so easy and fun, I loved the stove! The kayaks in the garage were great, though there was only one paddle we could locate, it wasn't an issue. The garage was impeccably clean too! We bbq'd and sat outside at night to enjoy the stars and the Milky Way, something we don't see often at home with the light pollution. There were several "bug reduction units" outside to help with mosquitos (an inevitable visitor when you're outside) and our sensitive skin family members appreciated that. We would stay again and highly recommend Helen's property to anyone looking for a get away with all the comforts and MORE of home. THANK YOU!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Family Gathering

Perfect get away to reconnect with extended family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Lk Michigan UP

We really enjoyed our stay. The house and property were better than the pictures. The beach and water is mostly sand with rock and no issues with swimming. Lots of wildlife. Would recommend. Property owner addressed issued quickly and availBle as needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H., Milton, WI

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

Spacious home for a large family getaway

Beautiful and spacious home stocked with everything you could possibly need with lots of room for everyone. Our family of 12 - 2 grandparents, 4 adult children and spouses, and grandchildren all had our own space. So many nice features inside the house - plus the property is very private with your own beach on Lake Michigan. Our host Helen was great - super easy check-in and checkout. Can't say enough good things about the property. Book it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Beautiful home on the Bay!

We had a great time! The view was beautiful and the home was too. The water was perfect for the kids. Helen was great to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Helen A Bonville

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