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Discover Lil' Casa Marquette!

Holiday home with kitchen, near Northern Michigan University

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Exterior
Interior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, UP Health System - Marquette
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Superior Dome
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Discover Lil' Casa Marquette!

In a neighborhood just off the beaten path, sits Lil' Casa; an inviting and peaceful southwest-style home in beautiful Marquette, Michigan.

Centrally located and minutes from Marquette Mountain, NMU, the hospital, grocery stores, as well as all the biking, boating, and snow activities you could dream of! This is a great location to launch your next seasonal adventure, visit your student at NMU, attend one of Marquette's many community events, or just enjoy a good night's sleep.

Just up the road to the east toward the fit-strip is an awesome view of the surrounding area, Hogsback MT, Sugar Loaf MT, and Lake Superior can be seen in the distance. A short walk through the fit strip and adjacent cemetery (which local legend has it was designed by the same landscaping pioneers as Central Park and the Biltmore Estate gardens) leads you towards the city center.

If you like getting around by foot or bike, you'll love that you are only steps away from the Marquette Bike Path System for easy access to the Presque Isle nature area, downtown Marquette, and the Lower Harbor.

In the back of the house, you will find a deck along with a fenced-in backyard offering a private outdoor space to enjoy your coffee in the morning or relax in the evening after a day out and about. Enjoy a peach or two off of the tree or pick some red raspberries from the abundance of bushes. The back fence is lined with lilac bushes on one side and grape vines on the other (the grapes are ripe and ready to pick in October). There are many flowering plants and bushes throughout the outside space including irises and Lilly of the Valley.
Experiences local flare with a visit to the farmer's market (Saturday & Wednesday evenings), Beer Fest, Artofnh the Rocks, dog sled races, and other community festivals and shenanigans.

This property features:

Central location for bike or foot traffic to most areas of Marquette
52-minute drive from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Keyless Entry
Near NMU and the Hospital
5 min by car to Marquette Mountain ski area and North and South MTB trails, as well as golf and disc golf courses
(2) Guest-activated Roku Televisions
Full Kitchen
(1) Queen-size bed
(1) Day bed
(2) Twin size pull out sofas
Rear garden and deck area with table and chairs
Fenced-in back yard

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 2 total)
Clean-up dog waste. Keep pets off all furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets: Pay the pet fee. Clean up dog waste in the backyard. Keep pets off furniture and beds. Crate your pet when you are not at the property.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marquette

Central Marquette, a neighbourhood in Marquette, is home to this holiday home. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marquette Maritime Museum and Marquette Harbor Light. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • Northern Michigan University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Marquette Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Superior Dome - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Easy Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪K's Oriental Food - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Discover Lil' Casa Marquette! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Discover Lil' Casa Marquette!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover Lil' Casa Marquette!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Discover Lil' Casa Marquette! located?

Located in Central Marquette, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Peninsula Medical Center and Northern Michigan University. UP Health System - Marquette and DeVos Art Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are repeat guests to the property and enjoyed it as always - especially the new interior furnishings Great value and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at Lil' Casa many, many times. It is always super clean, charming and offers everything we need for a lovely stay! Bethney is a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelia T.

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

homey vacation

wonderful place to stay!! clean, homey, and everything you’d want for a vacation spot! no bad things to say it was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie B.

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

Great experience!

Loved the property so much I’ve already asked about rebooking for a couple months from now! Bethney is great to work with and the size of the property was perfect for our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

lovely home in great location

What a lovely home and property! We had a great time. The gorgeous garden and flowers were a definite plus. The home is very nicely furnished and was perfect for us. The location is great (quiet but close to everything). The host made us feel very much at home (and even left chocolates). We hope to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Awesome spot for traveling with dogs

We loved the place. Perfect size. Perfect location. Very welcoming if you are traveling with pets. Exterior needs a little work so don’t let that fool you. Inside is lovely, perfectly equipped, and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Always just right!

We are repeat guests and spend several days in Marquette each year, usually in September. Bethney is a great host - always proactive and kind. And the house is squeaky clean inside and has a great fenced in back yard for our dogs - so it works for the whole family. We'll be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary beth b.

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

Amazing

A gem of a house! Absolutely beautiful! Mattresses so comfy and great touches throughout! Ty!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion P.

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

Great place

This was a great little house to stay in for myself and my 2 dogs. There was a beautiful garden in the back with plenty of outdoor seating. I loved the filtered water in the refrigerator. It took a bit to cool down the house after I arrived since the ac is only in the bedroom, but there is a ceiling fan in the living room as well. It was a great place and I would definitely stay again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Quick Trip

Loved Lil’ Casa! Perfect place to work & unwind since I needed to briefly visit NMU. Great location for NMU, downtown Marquette and quick access to main roads. I loved sitting in the dining room working and occasionally bird watching the humming birds, orioles and others flitting about the trumpet vine. So peaceful. The host was very responsive and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

KEN S.

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

Lil' Casa

It's called Lil' Casa, but the house is very roomy. The yard is very interesting with numerous varieties of plants and trees. Our dogs loved exploring the yard. There's a nice deck in the back to sit out and relax. Quiet neighborhood. There's a hike/bike trail less than half a block away. Marquette is a wonderful place for a get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

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

It felt like home for us and our pups

We were excited to take a mini vacation with our dogs and we were not disappointed. The photos and description of this property is spot on. The house is warm and inviting, close to a lot of fun things to do and has a fenced in yard for the dogs. The bike path is close. We took advantage of the proximity to Dead River Trails as well. We had no problems with the check in, check out process. The host was friendly and helpful. There are other dogs in the neighborhood, so using the fenced in back yard was a nice amenity. The back entry way is awkward to say the least. If your dogs have problems with stairs, it might be a challenge for them, however a gate is provided. We did not utilize the kitchen as much as we could have, but everything is provided. There are plenty of coffee shops, breweries and parks near by. We are hoping to be back sometime soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very nice clean casa and Bethany was great. Would go there again
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyce D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean. We were there during Homecoming. Laundromat is next to KFC down the street. Bed is very firm. Very well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would rate lil casa higher if I could. I highly recommend staying at this fabulous little house. The host was wonderful to work with, too.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Heart of the Bike Trails

We planned on doing bicycle riding in Marquette and this home had the perfect location. The home was just a block from the City Trail that connects with the Iron Ore Heritage Trail. We had a wonderful stay! All the accommodations fit our needs. It was clean and welcoming. There is parking in the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

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

Absolutely perfect in every way

Great little house in a very convenient part of Marquette! The host was pleasant and organized from the start and the house and yard exceeded our expectations. It was so comfortable and well decorated without being fussy. The deck and yard were perfect for hanging out and Bethney was very welcoming to my small dog. Very walkable to downtown, NMU as well as many bike trails. I can’t wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

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

Charming house a quick drive away from downtown

The house was amazing and an easy access point to a bike trail (3 houses away), the downtown area as well as the more known shopping (meijer, target, walmart). The neighborhood was fantastic as well. Would book again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy S.

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

Marquette trails feastival

Nice place to stY
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Great Stay, Start to Finish

This was a great experience, starting with the booking and communication with the owner. Lil' Casa was in perfect condition when we arrived. What a great location, just a few minutes drive from where I needed to go. Quiet, charming neighborhood. Great backyard that our dogs loved. Wonderful! walking/biking trail just down the street, where we encountered deer three different evenings. This was so much better of an experience than any hotel could offer. We are already talking about coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

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

Always excellent!

We've stayed at 'Lil Casa numerous times. It's always perfect in every way. Bethney is an excellent host!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Very clean

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody P.

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

Going back home

Went back to an area where I went to college with my husband for a friend’s wedding. The house was a perfect location in the city to go to the venue, plus have fun in the city going to the old haunts 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

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

Always Great

We've stayed at Lil' Casa many times. It is always neat, clean and has everything we need. Bethney is a great host and we love our stays!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

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

Feels like home

This was our 2nd stay and we loved it as much as we did the first time. Very comfortable for humans and pets. Nice fenced in yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bethney

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Hello! I am an Upper Peninsula native, having grown up in the neighboring town of Negaunee. After college, I lived in Arizona for a few years and loved the Spanish-style architecture there. I have lived in Marquette for the past 25 years and have owned Lil' Casa for just about as long! Lil' Casa was as close as I could get to having a bit of Arizona in Marquette! Here in Marquette, I work at the university. I love getting out on the trails in the summer and downhill skiing at Marquette Mountain in the winter. I know the area well so please feel free to ask any questions!

What makes this property unique

The proximity to the bike path provides access to all areas of Marquette. Leave your car at the house and enjoy a bike ride, walk, or run to so many of the local attractions.

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