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Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Interior
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Place, Wilderness State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 (2nd floor)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3 (1st floor)

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (2nd floor)

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views

Enjoy the peace of this historical stone cottage located on Lake Michigan. This home is nestled within Wilderness State Park, offering a wide range of activities from biking & hiking to kayaking & fishing. A private beach and views of the Mackinaw Bridge make it the perfect getaway. Take in the sunset from around the campfire or enjoy the beautiful scenery from the enclosed porch. Located just 12 miles from Mackinaw City, there's something for everyone with dining, shopping and excursions.

A starter set of supplies provided - dish soap, sponge, garbage bags, paper towel, laundry pods and rolls of toilet paper.

While you have complete privacy in the main house, please note that we occasionally stay in a RV located on the property. We are readily available should you need anything, but will otherwise respect your space.

We're happy to give recommendations of things to do and see as well as restaurants we love. We hope you enjoy your stay and enjoy this special place as much as we do!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is an older home. Please treat this home with respect and care.
No fires in the firepace at this time. There is a firepit located by the beach.
Please stay out of other structures on property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3608688vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Carp Lake

Carp Lake is home to this cottage. Mackinaw City Dock and Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion 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 Wilderness State Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
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Carp Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Wilderness State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 24 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Tunnel of Trees - 36 min drive - 45.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home / Private Beach / Nestled on Lake Michigan / Mackinaw Bridge Views located?

Situated in Carp Lake, this cottage is steps away from Wilderness State Park and Lake Michigan. Mackinaw Heritage Village and McGulpin Point Lighthouse are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home right on the water with your own private beach. The host was so thoughtful with fresh eggs waiting for us in the kitchen. So peaceful and tranquil. We will definitely be return guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly as pictured & exactly what we were looking for. The view was wonderful. Relaxing & comfortable. Plenty of everything- towels, dishes, pans, beach chairs to relax & enjoy the calm & views. Emily was amazing to work with Not sure we will ever get back up this way but if we do, we would definitely stay here again. Thanks for the great memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pictures don't do it justice

It was an amazing place! So much more fun than we had hoped. The view was unbelievable and away from any noise. We are definitely going back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful historic home. The view of the bridge at night is wonderful and the night sky was full of stars. The house is comfortable and was stocked with all the towels and kitchenware that we needed. I enjoyed my coffee by the water’s edge every morning after stunning sunrises. I was glad we brought our water sandals for wading into the lake. I expect that the owners were staying in their RV on the far corner of the property while we were there because I saw a car, but I never saw them or heard them so that didn’t bother us in the least. The Cecil Bay Trading Post just up the road has lots of food, snacks and supplies, and the Harbor Lights restaurant had great food (20-minute drive).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was AMAZING!! Absolutely lovely home with a spectacular view. Great selection of fun games, too. Added bonus: farm fresh eggs and a little congrats grad sign for my recent high school to graduate. A
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is all and more than what is listed!!! Definitely would stay here again. The kitchen is stocked with dishes and host touches and there’s plenty of games on top of having the lake outside the back door!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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Hosted by Emily

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