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Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Dock12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Ferry Terminal12 min drive
  • Popular LocationHeadlands International Dark Sky Park16 min drive
  • AirportMackinac Island, MI (MCD)21 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Clean & spacious home. Great location for our adventures in both lower & UP. Second stay here, will definitely stay agai...
Suzan R.
Nov 5, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.

This rental is 7 miles south of Mackinaw City and just a minute drive off of U.S. 31.

This quaint two bedroom, one bath home has many features to offer.

Each bedroom can sleep up to two adults with a full sized mattress in each room.

Hide a bed is available in living room to accommodate additional guests.

One full bathroom.

Kitchen equipped with oven/stove and refrigerator. Microwave, Toaster, and Keurig like coffee maker is also included.

Laundry before heading home? No problem, a washer and dryer are there for your use.

Home resides on a 2 acre wooded lot with mature trees , plants and wildlife surround the house.

Have a boat or trailer? Lot's of room to park multiple vehicles and room for outdoor toys.

Easy access to the beautiful North Country Trail as well as the Petoskey to Mackinaw Trail.

Boat launch on Paradise Lake is approximately 0.5 miles away. Straits of Mackinac 7.0 miles away.

Short drive to:
Mackinaw City
Ferry Transits
Mill Creek State Park
Fort Michilimackinac
Wilderness State Park
Sturgeon Bay, and Trailsend beaches.

Property manager

Lori E Alexander

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2311823

Property is also known as

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Nestled in the woods within walking distance to the lake.

About the neighborhood

Carp Lake

Located in Carp Lake, this vacation home is in a rural area. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace 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. Spy Quest Laser Maze and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park - 11 min drive
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 12 min drive
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 12 min drive
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails. located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Lake Huron, and Mackinaw City Trailhead. Mackinaw Bridge Museum and Colonial Michilimackinac Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect location, such a great place to stay to get away for a bit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
Lori's house was beautiful and spacious! Everything was comfortable about the place, and the location was convenient to area attractions. Great personal touches made it feel like we were in our own home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
quiet, cozy retreat
We were looking for a quiet place central to the many places we wanted to visit during our stay. This place met and exceeded our wishes. It was very clean. The rooms were spacious enough for our small family. The bedrooms were comfortable enough for two and there was room to spread out if we needed to. We would not hesitate staying here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Clean & spacious home. Great location for our adventures in both lower & UP. Second stay here, will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven Up North
Took me back to a time when we had property “Oop Nort!” A quiet setting in the woods that did not disappoint. Lori was a wonderful host, with a gift basket and welcoming sign. Close to Mackinac Island and various other historic attractions. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
The property is located conveniently to the town but in a quaint setting. I wanted to go camping but my girlfriend doesn't like to. This property gave rhe best of both worlds. I was able to have my camp fire and she was able to have the comfort of home. I will definitely be booking this property for my spring trip. Can not wait.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean!
Great location to everything UP NORTH! Everything we needed was provided. Extremely clean; kitchen, bath, bedding, linens, dishes... We will be back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Lori's home was so cozy and she made us feel right at home with her welcome sign and gift bag. Even working nights, she promptly responded to my texted questions as soon as she had the opportunity. The house is out in the woods and quiet and we loved watching the birds at the feeder out the kitchen window. It was a short drive to I-75, easy to get across the bridge for our trip to the Soo, and just 10-12 mins. drive to Mackinaw City, so very convenient for our day trip to the island and our Labor Day Bridge walk. Absolutely loved the place and will definitely look to see if it's available next time I come up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Peaceful Stay by Carp Lake
One of our best experiences with VRBO. The place was clean and perfect for our week stay. It even came with a personalized gift basket! So much to do within an hour’s drive and then we return to this abode for a peaceful night’s rest. Everything we need and more was all there. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t hesitate to stay here
This place is a gem. It was super clean and comfortable. We have been coming to the Mackinaw area for many years and this is the nicest place we’ve ever stayed. We love the decor, it was just fun discovering all the whimsical touches. It had everything we needed, and then some. We appreciated the little extra touches like the welcome gift, and the sign on the chalkboard with our names welcoming us. You can tell there is a lot of care put into this place. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Vacation
It was a great place for us to spend our 32 wedding anniversary. Close to everything that we wanted to do (Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City area, and Soo locks) and a wonderful house to stay at.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Liked the woodsy quiet location. Close to Mackinaw City & the ferry. While sitting at the kitchen table enjoyed watching the birds, chipmunks & squirrels. Very clean place. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeri M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabin!
After a long and exhausting journey, my 2 children and I were quite relieved to arrive to such a clean and comfortable home. Access was a breeze and I appreciated that so much as we arrived very late into the evening. We found most everything we would need for or stay was provided. There is plenty of room to unpack your things in clean empty closets and space for your pantry items in cupboards. We particularly enjoyed sitting at the kitchen table in the mornings and watching the birds and other wildlife visiting the bird feeder. The kids enjoyed exploring and running around in the big yard where they searched for exotic tiny creatures. They looked forward to eating fresh raspberries from the vine daily. I appreciate that the area is a bit revitalized these days with a quaint general store, well appointed marine store, restaurant and iconic bar Clyde’s; all open for business and warmly welcoming visitors. Our host Lori was also very welcoming and we communicated easily. She checked in to see if we needed anything about once a week (we stayed for 4 wonderful weeks) which attests to her genuine concern that her guests are happy and content. We absolutely plan on staying here again. Thank you for providing a lovely home away from home for my family, Lori! Until next time… cheers.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Great location! Close to Mackinaw and other areas of interest. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
My daughter and i had such a fun trip. The house was perfect, and so close to everywhere we wanted to go!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky M., Fla.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best Place in the woods
They place was away from the crowds but close enough to get to the places we wanted to go.. I loved watching all the birds and critters out my window. Didn't make a fire outside to sit but could have. I could go back there the next time I am in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
What a lovely 3 days was spent at this house! It's woodsy location is perfect for those wanting some privacy. Upon arriving we discovered a lovely welcome gift waiting for us. The house was very clean & cozy feeling with clear instructions for checking in/out. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cierra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing.!
This property was amazing and the owner was incredible and easy to get in contact with during check in and check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & great location
Great place to call home for a few days! Excellent location, walked the beaches of 3 Great Lakes. Very spacious and clean, both inside and out. Very quiet, feels like you are nestled away in the woods instead of a neighborhood. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy C., Byron, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
My sister and I had a long weekend. House was perfect. Quick drive to Mackinaw City and then on to the island. We had the best time. We’ll be back again. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L., Fairfield, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat visitor
We stayed here last summer and thought it was a great location so we booked the same location again. Only 10 minutes to the ferry and had everything we needed. Beautiful weather and had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was clean and had everything we needed for our stay in Michigan. It was quite and a ni
Awesome!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
This was the perfect place to spend a few days “up north” to close out the summer. The house had everything we needed to relax and was close to everything we wanted to do. We enjoyed picking fresh raspberries to eat each morning and watching the squirrels and birds out of the dining room window. We spent time kayaking on nearby Carp Lake —which was much bigger than we expected! The house is nestled back in a quiet, little area that gave us privacy and the peace we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lita

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & Cozy
Beautiful & welcoming home. Was the perfect location for our needs. Great host! Can't wait to stay next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David G., Frankfort, Illinois USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home away from home.
Lori was a wonderful host. The property is tranquil, wooded and private' within short distances to the beach & UP.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022