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Tranquil Retreat or Romantic Getaway in Beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Ignace, MI
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mackinac Bridge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Tranquil Retreat or Romantic Getaway in Beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

A beautiful log home apartment in the woods. A tranquil, peaceful and private getaway in a safe area. Also handicap accessibility. Two blocks from Lake Michigan with spectacular views of the Mackinac Bridge. Near Sand Bay, a sandy beach for swimming and kayaking. Many tourist attractions: Mackinac Island, Tahquamenon Falls, Sault Locks, forts and museums.
I have lived in Saint Ignace all my life - my roots here go back to 1885. My family are some of the first settlers in this quaint city. I LIVE ON SITE. My home is divided with private entrance for visitors. Enjoy my beautiful island flower garden with pond and lighthouse and the train garden. Wildlife including deer and even a moose have stopped by for a visit. Truly a tranquil romantic paradise!

For those with allergies - rest assured that there has never been a pet inside the log home apartment.
Electric heat, air conditioning and air filtering system. There are no fragrances.
Well water and Culligan's reverse osmosis water filtering system.
Free and sensitive detergents.

Property manager

Mary Lynn Swiderski
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
Property has no plug in for electric cars.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

St Ignace

St Ignace is home to this apartment. The Jewel at the Grand Hotel and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Totem Village and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting.
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St. Ignace, MI

What's nearby

  • Mystery Spot - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Castle Rock - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 10 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Retreat or Romantic Getaway in Beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Retreat or Romantic Getaway in Beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Retreat or Romantic Getaway in Beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Retreat or Romantic Getaway in Beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan. located?

Situated in St Ignace, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Totem Village and St. Ignace Golf and Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Wonderful and Peaceful

Really enjoyed the peace.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Review

Great location, very quiet property, easy access to property and surrounding area, restaurants, and activities.Property owner was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace U.

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

Exemplary Beautiful Home!!!

Stayed here with my mom while we explored the area. This home is so beautiful, wonderfully maintained, the host has personal touches all over the house that will make your stay here just wonderful! From homemade rhubarb bread, to a chocolate bar, to a book written about the owner's husband you will just love this place! Can't say enough good about it! Must stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

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

Great location

The location and our stay were great! The host was extremely welcoming and the perfect host! It is close to the beach, and to the St Ignace ferry to Mackinac Island which we preferred over the busier Mackinaw City port. The house was roomy with lots of amenities. The gardens were beautiful in July and it was a very quiet setting. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary Lynn is the most hospitable host we've ever had. The house is beautiful! The drive to the beach is short and amazing. You get a great view of the Mackinaw Bridge.We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Voltage90e

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

Great spot

Clean, accomodating, and location. Beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gail W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very nice, however, it did have a musty smell. Photo is deceiving. I thought we would be staying at a place with a big porch.Having access to a golf cart at no additional cost was a nice extra.Mary Lynn was welcoming. She was glad to see us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

A Great "Up-North" Cottage

This charming VRBO was exactly as advertised! It was located in a very quiet area yet was only a short drive to downtown. It was clean, modern, and very obviously well taken care of. There was plenty of room for my husband and me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Wonderful host!

We gifted this trip to my in-laws for their 50th anniversary. They LOVED everything about the trip. The cottage was clean and beautiful. The host was wonderful and made their stay very special.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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

Perfect!

Beautiful location. Cleanest place I have ever stayed. Host awesome. Great for someone with allergies. I had no problems.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Cute little cabin!!

Easy to find, perfect location, host was very accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleen L.

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

Great place, great host.

Very nice, had everything we needed, enjoyed walks along lakeshore.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Wonderful stay

This was our 1st trip to the UP, we will definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

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

Wonderful Fall Getaway

It’s a great place to stay. Very clean and comfortable. Mary Lynn is a wonderful host! We had an amazing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Short vaca

Excellent property with a great host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

great location

clean, well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Garden Retreat

Our hostess Mary was absolutely the best!! We had an amazing time and we would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Great Getaway

Loved the little log home away from home. It was the perfect location and Mary Lynn was just wonderful. It was so beautiful, so peaceful and so quiet. Tucked away in a beautiful area. Would highly recommend staying here. If we are back this way and need a place to stay this will be number one on our list.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Matt B.

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

Great location

Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Amazing stay.

We loved our stay. The location is great. Close to everything. The host was very welcoming. We would say here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Jenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want to have an amazing vacation, then absolutely choose this location! Mary Lynn is the most wonderful host we've ever had the pleasure of dealing with. She is an awesome communicator, is beyond friendly, and is very accommodating to any requests or questions you may have.The check-in process was very smooth. We received our information a few days in advance, and everything was exactly as had been outlined. The keyless lock is a great thing - no worrying about accidentally locking yourself out or losing keys!The property itself is fantastic. It is located on a very quiet road - there are only two houses. From the kitchen window, you can see a teaser of Lake Michigan through the trees, and it's not even a five minute walk to get to the water's edge (which has an amazing view of the Mackinac Bridge).The cottage is wonderful. The kitchen is very large, and with a double oven, I was thinking I wish I could come back to bake cookies for Christmas with all that available space! LOL But the cottage is very cosy and comfortable, and we loved every minute of our stay there. It would be nice to come back in colder months to be able to make use of the electric fireplace! _We could go on and on about how amazing this place is, but just go and rent it for yourself! You won't be disappointed in the least!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita G.

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

Birthday Celebration

What a fantastic property & Our host Mary Lynn was wonderful!! We had everything we needed for our stay, including twin deers feasting in the backyard for breakfast. The landscape is beautiful accompanied by a cabin with a cozy feel! We enjoyed our stay & cannot wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryJo F.

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

Peaceful

We had such a peaceful stay at Mary Lynn's place! She is a very kind and gracious host, making sure everything is taken care of. It's a beautiful place so close to Lake Michigan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Relaxing get-a-way

Great location for many excursions. Very roomy, easy check in and out. Clean, comfortable, quiet. Washer and dryer is a huge plus. Loved it !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Rest in middle of our road trip

This apartment was ideal for us. All amenities were outstanding. Quiet location with a lakeshore walk just a block away. The hostess lived in the town all her life and gave great tips on places to eat and visit. Beautiful gardens. Washer/dryer. We are pleased to rate all aspects 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary Lynn Swiderski

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I have lived in beautiful St. Ignace all my life. My ancestors on both parent's side were some of the first settlers here in 1885. I love being surrounded by the water - Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. I am an avid biker, hiker, I love kayaking, boating, fishing and hanging with friends.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is quiet. Only two houses on this private road. I am surrounded by trees and wildlife. Lake Michigan is right around the corner from my lovely log home. It has spectacular views of the Mackinac Bridge, sunsets, water and wildlife.

What makes this property unique

The log home is unique with beautiful gardens in a quiet tranquil area.

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