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Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage

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An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a wooden deck, overlooking a body of water and trees.
A building with a dark facade, a window with a view of indoor lighting, and a flower box with various plants and flowers.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, a wooden chair, and a lamp.
A two-story log cabin with a porch and a chair, surrounded by greenery and trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Dock
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • Place, Castle Rock
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackinac Bridge
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage

Welcome to our family summer home! Set on a small bay in the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands on Lake Huron, home to many activities and beautiful sights. This space is wonderful for family trips, girlfriend getaways, hunting and fishing trips, etc.. Come and get away!
This 3 Bedroom home features an open living space, 10 person dining table, leather fold out sofa, gas fireplace, comfy armchairs, and a flat screen television. The main bedroom has a queen bed, a dresser and hanging space. The "guest" room also has a queen size bed with a large dresser. The loft has three twin beds and two dressers, as well as lots of floor space if you need someone to stay on an air mattress.
One indoor full bathroom, one full outdoor bathroom (in season)!
Small rear deck, Large Front deck with outdoor furniture overlooking the bay. Perfect for eating al fresco or catching some rays.
We also have a large yard, and long swim and boat dock. Very quiet and peaceful.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 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

Property # 830682vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this cottage is on a lake. Fort Mackinac and Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wawashkamo Golf Club and The Greens of Mackinac. The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World and Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • Castle Rock - 31 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 32 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Bridge View Park - 35 min drive - 60.0 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 39 min drive - 64.7 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 47 min drive - 73.0 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Les Cheneaux Distillers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Snows Bar and Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Tipper Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Les Cheneaux Culinary School Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ang-Gios - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Upper Peninsula Cottage located?

Situated near the bay, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Huron and within 32 miles (52 km) of Sandy Cove and Wawashkamo Golf Club.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William O.

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

Wonderful home and location

We spent a month here, relaxing in a comfortable home, so well stocked with everything needed for cooking, laundry, bedding and all. The deck and property are terrific for enjoying the area. The house is close to wildlife preserves and to town shops and restaurants. A great place to vacation!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

A little slice of heaven.

Beautiful cottage in a magical setting with the most gorgeous pots of flowers everywhere. Truly felt spoiled while staying there. Comfy furniture & beds. Everything you need to make meals & then gather around the long table to laugh & share stories. Sunrise on the deck with your coffee was the perfect start of everyday. Can't wait to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

Loved our stay!

We loved our time at Hessel, and this cabin was perfect. The owner was easy to work with, and very accommodating. The cabin had about everything we needed in the kitchen for making meals,we didn`t have any problems with needing something that wasn`t there. Our children loved the kayaks and kayaked all around the bay in front of the cabin. I almost don`t want to give a review because I feel like this is a gem I want to keep hidden! We will definitely go back here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Beautiful spot, lovely cottage

The Cottage was both charming and very well outfitted with a complete kitchen, a grill, three kayaks, a fire pit, a private dock, and abundant places to sit outdoors and drink in the peaceful setting. Lake Huron surpassed expectations. This was our first visit and we were amazed by the freshness and clarity of the water. A kayak is definitely the way to see this gorgeous spot! Steve is a great host -- responsive to all questions and very welcoming. We enthusiastically recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2020
Rachel and her family were welcomed guests to the cottage. She was a good communicator and asked the right questions. They left the place is great shape. We would overwhelmingly recommend them as guests anywhere. Thank You Rachel! Hope you come a visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda I.

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

Little slice of paradise

I was unsure what to expect but this property was everything we hoped for. We were looking for a place with a dock for our boat within a short distance to the islands. We enjoyed fishing throughout the area as well as day trips to Tahquamenon falls, Soo Locks and Drummond Island. The property was clean and furnished with everything we needed. Will definitely rent this home again. Also important to share is the owner was very helpful and responsive to all my questions. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
We have guests coming from all over the country to visit the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, ranging from first time Yoopers to life long die hards. We would like to think our place is special, in a very special land. We can be as involved with helping make your trip plans the best it can be by good communication in advance as well as any help and support we can give you during your stay. We appreciate guests like Brenda and her family who want to know all the details about the property and the area, in advance, so they are prepared for a wonderful vacation. It's part of we offer everyone who comes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

2 week family vacation

We enjoyed an excellent stay at the house. Everything was great. The outdoor fire pit, grill, and comfortable, nicely furnished home. We enjoyed sitting out on the porch in the mornings drinking coffee. Also, the extra fridge/freezer in the laundry room came in handy for storing extra beverages. The dock worked well for our boat. Plenty of plates, bowls, coffee cups and some great steak knives. Again, really enjoyed ourselves and helped make a great summer vacation in our favorite area with lots of good memories!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
We are so pleased that our most recent guests, the Collins had an enjoyable stay at our cottage on Lake Huron in the Les Cheneaux Islands of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We love the place ourselves and strive to make our guests feel as if it is their own home during their stay. We encourage feedback from our guests and do our best to constantly improve the place with decor and amenities that help make vacation chores easier and more convenient. We have our little sandy beach once again with the water level being down a bit. We also have kayaks. We have a 60 foot long dock with our own little harbor with ample depth for most boats up to about 3.5’ draft. We hope anyone who is interested will consider our place on their ‘select’ list of summer vacation Great Lakes homes. Thanks again Collins family! Safe and happy travels!!! Steve and Elizabeth Ackley. Owners.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What a wonderful surprise to find such a great home and such a beautiful setting in the UP. Right on the waters of Lake Huron, no stairs to climb to the sturdy dock where we could park our boats. Great deck for lounging or grilling outside. Everything you could need is available from our kind host, Steven. Thanks so much, hope to see you again soon .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William O.

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

Beauty and Comfort

A comfortable home, with all the amenities, well-provided with linens and cooking needs on a beautiful wooded lot on a protected cove. Loved the easy access to Nature Preserves and the many birds visiting the property!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Leo B.

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

Brule Point Cottage

Nice location, rustic, good WIFI.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS H.

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

Great Getaway

This nice home provided the most amenities of any rental we've ever stayed in. The location was quite peaceful and had a lovely sunrise view. It was the perfect place for our family to come together and enjoy some R & R on the water. The kayaks were a real bonus as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brittany H.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Summer vacation

We stayed at this property for about a week this June and we had a pretty good time. We found that the furniture was not comfortable to lounge on inside the house, and the blinds in the bedroom did not allow us to sleep past sunrise because it was too bright. The outdoor area was nice, but we had to purchase chairs to have at the fire pit since all that was available was a few tree stumps. The dock was also questionably stable so we stayed away from it, which took away the option to fish for us. Some of the kayak paddles were broken too. The house would be great with a few improvements for guests comfortability and entertainment in mind. The most fun we had was brining our own yard games. Other than the few minor complaints, the views were beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

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

Point Brûlée retreat

Very relaxing, quiet, and private place to stay. The home was very charming, beautifully decorated and well equipped with everything we needed. Access to the deck and water for boating was great. Extremely peaceful setting. Loved the large deck. Weather was perfect. Owner was extremely helpful, on top of everything, and answered questions promptly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Beautiful Experience

My family and I throughly enjoyed our stay, and the property was just beautiful and very relaxing! Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2020
Elizabeth was a very special guest. Great communicator. Very personable and very positive. I enjoyed getting to know her a little bit more than the usual guest and it was all good. I would recommend her highly should she inquire about a stay with you. Hope she comes back In the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Very nice family retreat

All of us thoroughly loved the setting and cottage. The location was perfect to immerse yourself into the Les Cheneaux blue waters and every changing skys, and the reward for being an early riser, was sitting on the dock with a coffee thinking how wonderful all of this is. We all enjoyed the kayaks on the property. Everyone loved the fire circle and chairs in the evening, as well as the cottage fireplace on the chilly August U.P. mornings. We hope to return again, next summer to camp Ack.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Renata M.

Magical week on the lake

We did not know at the time of the booking, but we were lucky enough to be the first renters at this property. It is a very special place, the pictures do not do it justice. The cottage is comfortable, with all amenities you could need, but has a very rustic feeling. The dishes are beautiful, furniture comfortable and we loved browsing all the books that are piled up all around the house. There is a TV, but we did not even turn it on, there was plenty to keep us busy. We spent most of the time outdoors, and there is a lot of space. Even though there are houses on both sides, you have a lot of privacy. There is plenty of green space for cartwheels and throwing football and playing soccer, or just relaxing in the hammock. The deck is spacious as well with comfortable furniture to lounge on, while enjoying the view of the lake. The best part is the lakefront, you have large dock on one side, with deep water for boats or swimming, small sandy beach on the other, and a rocky peninsula in between. Our kids had a blast swimming, skipping rocks, and otherwise playing in the water. They even found deposits of clay and made some creations to take home. My husband and I enjoyed sitting on the dock in the evening and sipping wine while taking in the views. The dock was also my favorite reading spot, even though there were plenty other options. The owner was very welcoming and helpful and told us to call if we needed anything. He even made his kayaks available to us. It was one of our favorite activities, go on kayak rides in the morning and evening. We kayaked around the small islands nearby and along the shore. We watched the fish in the nearby nature preserve and observed a huge colony of gulls at sunset. There is also a nice wooded trail for hiking about a mile away, just be ready to get your feet wet, as the area overall is very vet. This was exactly what we were looking for for our family vacation. Thank you Steve for making your property available to us and for making us feel welcome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steven Ackley

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Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. Denison University Graduate. I began coming to the Upper Peninsula with my grandfather (an exceptional fisherman) in the 50's as a child, and have spent time almost every summer since in the Les Cheneaux . Now, my wife and three teenage kids like to sneak up whenever we have the chance. All seasons up here amaze me.

Why they chose this property

This place is close to heaven, we believe. It is very quiet, yet we do have roughly a dozen neighborhood places on our point, mostly seasonal. You have a sense of community, however, neighbors are. It gives you remote relaxation, but is only about a 5 minute drive into the little town of Hessel if you need something from the grocery store. There is wonderful sailing, boating, kayaking, swimming, fishing, sunning or reading on the deck.

What makes this property unique

Fabulous views, on the water, quiet bay in Lake Huron, yet on the lee of the Point Brulee Peninsula, so mostly quiet , calm water, perfect for water activities or just sitting on the dock and reading, bird watching or sunning. Easy access by car. Deep water boating, docking and navigating into Lake Huron and the Les Cheneaux Islands. Feels like an island.

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