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5br 1 Ba Cottage In The Heart Of St. Ignace

Cottage with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Lake Huron

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Upstairs deck, watch ferry come and go from Mackinac Island.
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Beach
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Straits State Park
  • Place, Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
  • Place, Mackinac Bridge
  • Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5br 1 Ba Cottage In The Heart Of St. Ignace

Rustic 125yr old cottage. This cozy cottage is the perfect family get away. The kitchen is well equipped and linens and towels are provided. The home has 5 bedrooms & 1 bath. There is a queen bed & private balcony on the upstairs master and a queen bed right off the living room in the downstairs master. There is a gas fireplace in the living room for chilly evenings, a flat screen TV with a dvd player, there are also many games, books and cards for your enjoyment. It has a large yard with lots of room for little ones to play. Look out of your glass enclosed porch with a glass of wine or a cup of coffee and watch the ferries shuffle people to Mackinac Island. There is a public boat launch waiting for your boat 300 yards away. The cottage is in a perfect location for access to all the interesting points in the U.P. Only a few blocks I-75 or US-2 and only about a mile from the Mackinac Bridge. You can easily make day trips to Mackinac Island, Tahquamenon Falls, Pictured Rocks or Sault Ste. Marie, but don’t forget about all the happening in St. Ignace itself. Fireworks every Saturday (in season), movies in the park, music on the Bay, wine tasting in town, and so much more.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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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 deadlock

About the area

St Ignace

St Ignace is home to this cottage. 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 Huron and Lake Michigan. Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace and Castle Golf & Games are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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St. Ignace, MI

What's nearby

  • Straits State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 45 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Restaurant & Sportsbar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5br 1 Ba Cottage In The Heart Of St. Ignace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 5br 1 Ba Cottage In The Heart Of St. Ignace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5br 1 Ba Cottage In The Heart Of St. Ignace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5br 1 Ba Cottage In The Heart Of St. Ignace located?

Situated in St Ignace, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Straits State Park. Wawatam Lighthouse and Huron Village are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Timothy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is very old and in need of renovation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

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

Great location

Read the reviews… house is old, but clean. Great location with lots of rooms. We loved exploring the area during our stay! No A/C, but stayed cool with windows open.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good times

The property was clean and close to the marina. We traveled to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

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

Cozy Home!

We enjoyed our stay at this cozy and comfortable home, with a lot of character!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Tracy A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
As others have mentioned the property is rough. While you can see the water from the upper balcony they fail to tell you the home is across from some kind of commercial shipping yard where semis are coming through during the night. The yard is not at all private. The firepit is in the side yard sitting at an intersection. There is not enough seating indoors or out for the number of people they say the home can fit. Im thankful we had chosen ahead of time to eat out throughout the weekend. The kitchen would not have been fun to cook in. Anything I used out of the cupboard I washed prior to using. The house was overall clean as was the bedding. However, it’s an old cottage … These are just some things I wish I had understood before booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kim W.

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

Mackinac Island Getaway

Great quiet neighborhood. Great place to stay. Close enough but far enough away from tourist traps ! Mystery spot is a must see when there ! It was cute & family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Margaret K.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Convenient Area

Very close to St Ignace and Bridge. So the area was great! House not so great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Love shack is really a shack

House is a shack. Falling down around you. From the floor leaning to the cracks in the walls and ceilings from the foundation giving away. None of the doors close bc they are not square. 1 inch gaps in each door from left to right. The whole house is leaning. Hope this help the next group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

John P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was not presented well as the photos displayed on VRBO. The house, not cottage, is in deplorable shape. There are many issues with this house that must be fixed as it is not safe to stay there. There is damage to the foundation, to the upper deck and when it rains, water runs into the sun room below the upper deck and there are falling ceiling tiles. The hot water is too hot and not regulated on the water heater. A small child would be burned. The house does not have AC and it was not a pleasant stay with windows open and box fans to use. The north roofline is resting on the upper deck balcony rail, due to the foundation giving way. The northeast and southeast foundations both are giving way and must be fixed before things collapse. Many things, too many to mention, needs to be addressed and fixed. We were highly disappointed. As the four of us are busy, hard working individuals, we expected to stay in a "cottage" maintained as well as our own homes. Although Mark reached out to me prior to our stay and once as we left (I did not respond to the text), I'm highly disappointed in Mark for listing a home like this on VRBO. I feel that we were taken advantage of. I'm highly disappointed in VRBO as well, for allowing a home in this condition to be listed. They should inspect all properties before they allow a listing. And most of all, I'm disappointed in myself for not ready the reviews. An 8/10 should suffice, but not in this case. Can only upload 8 pics
Water Damage
Back entry, floor rot
Back door, door jam rot
shower & tub, deplorable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

cheryl c., Sherman, il

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

July 2019

The property is quite old as advertised. The condition of the property isn’t good. Slanting floors, musty odors, etc. the refrigerator wasn’t clean. It had spills and hair in side.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great porches! Cute house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dan & Joan G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Responsive & helpful hostEasy to find and easy to check in/outBedrooms all clean and nicely decoratedNice decor in homePet friendlyLarge TV with easy to use remoteLoved the upstairs walk out to have coffeeNice neighborhood to walk our dog.It's an old home, floors are not totally level so not all doors stay open or open/close easily.Great location for us to do our day tripsLiving area couch main frame is broken and you sink almost to the floor when you sit on the couch.We would stay there again even with the quirks of an older home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The house is very old and crooked. The cleanliness was good. Towels were good. Sheets on one bed would not stay on and need to be replaced. Lots of semi trucks going by at 4 a.m. The roof on the sun room was leaking with the rain. The couches in the living room need to be replaced. You have to sit on pillows or you sink almost to the floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100 year old house, clean and comfortable. Close to scenic waterfalls and ferry
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do not overlook this gem! The house has character and wears its age well. The location is great: quiet, walking distance to a park with unobstructed views of Mackinac Island and Mackinac Bridge, close to a grocery store, and a 3 min drive to downtown St Ignace. 5 bedrooms means plenty of room with 2 bedrooms on the first floor. All the kitchen essentials and a full size washer and dryer for after your waterfall hikes and beach days. An upstairs balcony deck or a screened in front porch are great for enjoying morning coffee or settling down in the evening. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! It felt like Grandma’s House
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janey G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

Location was great, and it was perfect for a place for all of us to sleep since we were mainly out adventuring the island and the UP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Holly H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Car show weekend

Came from WI for the car show. Cabin was located by the water. Cabin leaked water when it rained and smelled musty and moldy. The whole house was unlevel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

PriscaMary C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Quirky with a great location

Five adults travelling with two devices each could not find enough outlets to charge everything without negotiation. Not all the bedrooms had lighting. Those with lighting didn't have enough bulbs. We fixed that, because, we were seniors, light is imperative. None of the floors were level. If you are unsteady on your feet, this place is not for you. Remember we were five seniors. We loved the location and laughed about all the quirks, because we felt the rent was fair for the level of accommodation offered.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cheap, Convenient and Clean Enough

It was a great location and it was cheap BUT... You are greeted by a door that can not be opened fully because the floor is warped. There are 1/2 inch cracks between doors and windows. We were amazed the place was not overrun with bugs and mice but it was not. One room had only one electrical outlet and 3 extension cords were used to connect to a bedside lamp. All fixes to the house were done poorly. Ceiling tiles are hanging down. Again, it was cheap and convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

kelly l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not as it Seems

People pay a mortgage payment or more for vacay. They want a place that's better than home, this is not. True, this is a 125yr old home, but one that has a serious foundation problem. There's things the owners could do to make better, like caulk, shim, fix the roof and ceilings. No AC, but only one ceiling fan, have stationary fans, but not enough. Soot on walls from furnace. It could use freshening up. Location is right by municipal building, trucks start out at 5:30am. So if you think you're going to sleep in, think again. True, it is a good center for getting around the area. Neighbors dog runs loose and craps in the yard. We made the best of it. I wouldn't suggest for people who aren't stable standing or walking, floors are very sloped because of foundation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica M.

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

Overall clean, but a hole in the wall.

The cottage was cleaned well, but leaked everywhere in the rain. Water came down the walls and through the back door that you could see lots of daylight through. Walls were warped from water damage. Whole house leaned due to foundation issues floors extremely uneven. Our 17 month old often fell due to how uneven the floors were.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Fine for what we needed!

Clean comfortable and what we expected
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angelina T.

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

Location made the trip!

My husband, kids and I stayed at this house in June for several days. The area is beautiful, it's so close to everything we were looking for. Downtown St. Ignace was right around the corner, there was a park down the street as well as access to the lake. We love that the grocery story was just up the street as well, that made it very convenient in case we needed to run there for anything. *HINT* If you want any sports balls, go to the Dollar General and purchase it there, ask them to fill it with air at the front desk. Mark (host) was VERY helpful and responded very quickly to my any concerns and questions we may have had. Although, the house had enough beds to host a larger group, the beds were not comfortable. I had mentioned that and several other things to Mark and he assured me that he would be making changes soon. Overall, he was a great host and easy to deal with. The house is very old, so keep that in mind. The floors are uneven, which took some time to get used to. But we didn't spend a ton of time there because we wanted to explore the area daily. So it fit our needs. The kitchen was well stocked and the grill works just fine:) We loved that there was access to a full washer and dryer as well. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and made the most of it. Thanks Mark!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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Lori & I have been coming up to St. Ignace for twenty two years. Being professional photographers we loved the scenery and fell in love with the people. After ten years of looking for our own little piece of heaven we stumbled upon The Love Shack.

Why they chose this property

The location of the love shack is perfect. When we bought the home it had been vacant for many years. Noone saw what we saw. We have redone almost everything but as we all know the work of an older home keeps us jumping. It is close to town and all the happenings. The views are wonderful and with 4 children in our family the playground is right down the street.

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