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Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11138.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks

Pictured Rocks Family Rentals welcomes you to Santa's Shack Whole House! This is actually 2 apartments, Santa's Shack Upstairs and Downstairs, connected by a laundry room so you can go from 1 unit to the other without stepping outside :) Home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 kitchens and 2 living rooms. Conveniently located right behind gas station and walking distance to Foggy's Steakhouse and Casino. Christmas trailhead is only a couple blocks away. Home has tankless HWH so no cold showers!

This home is 2 separate listings that we have combined into one to offer a location for larger groups that would like to have at least 2 bathrooms and more beds for their stay. This rental does not include Santa's Shack Studio unit located on same site. We added an on demand water heater so nobody has to dread taking the last shower in a large group, lol. The home is heated by natural gas wall heaters that do get hot to the touch, so please be careful with young ones. This home has 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 1 is upstairs with a queen bed. Bedroom 2 is upstairs with a queen bed and a full on bottom/twin on top bunk bed. Bedroom 3 is downstairs with a queen bed and a private entrance to bathroom 2. The downstairs living room also has a queen sofa sleeper.

Guests have access to whole house, they do not have access to the separate Santa's Shack Studio Apartment building onsite.

We live nearby if you should need anything but will not come over unless you ask us to. If you have any questions/concerns, please message through the app or text, or call if it is an emergency.

Walking distance to Foggy's Steakhouse, Christmas Casino, gas station/party store, and less than a mile to snowmobile/ORV trailhead. Less than 5 miles to downtown Munising and all of the Pictured Rocks boat tours, kayak rentals, etc.

There is a large, wide driveway in front of the home and another driveway to the right of the buildings that all guests are welcome to use. For getting around, we recommend your own vehicles, unless you are coming to ride snowmobiles/ATVs. There also is a bus service called Altran, but you should call ahead to schedule pick ups/drop offs.

*There is another rental unit on-site (Santa's Shack Studio)
*The outdoor amenities are shared between all units (hot tub, fire pit, parking area, etc)
*Quiet time is 10 pm to 8 am
*There is 24 hr audio/video surveillance equipment facing all exterior entry doors
*No unauthorized guests (people not included on reservation) allowed without preapproval from host
*No animals allowed

Signed rental agreement and security deposit hold required for all reservations. Primary guest will need to send a picture of government issued ID and list names and ages of all other guests in their group.

Property manager

Danielle Kolbus

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside, please dispose of bu

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1488 sq ft (138.2 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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Use caution with stairs and heater

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Christmas, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Island - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Munising Memorial Hospital - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Munising Falls - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Pictured Rocks Golf Club - 17 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Miners Castle Point - 30 min drive - 26.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dogpatch Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eh! Burger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kewadin Christmas Casino - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks located?

Situated in Munising, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hiawatha National Forest and Lake Superior. Grand Island and Maasto Hiihto Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ginny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for family stay
Great house, we had "whole house" which included a ground level unit that had 1 bed room, full kitchen, bathroom and living room with pull up sofa bed. There was an upstairs with another full kitchen, loving room, bathroom and 2 bedrooms. Kitchen and bathroo s were well stocked. Hot tub was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Even with the bad weather we had a great time. Hot tub came in clutch! Will definitely visit again since we didn’t get to see the rocks due to bad weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patsy C., Houghton Lake, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a few days
Danielle was very helpful with our arrival. We were running later than expected so she went and turned lights on so we were able to find our way much easier. Danielle always communicated before and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry & Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Danielle was very helpful, everything was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer in Christmas
We had an outstanding week in this comfortable house. It is close to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Marquette, to name two options. We were only limited by our energy- there was so much to do! And when we returned after a day of exploring, we were able to soak in the outdoor hot tub and prepare food in the well-appointed kitchen. The beds were comfortable too. When we had questions, the owners were quick to respond. We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to explore from!
Santa’s Shack- whole house was a comfortable and relaxing place to return to after days of exploring. Everything was clean and the place was well stocked. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
UP Marathon Stay
This location was perfect for the UP marathon and many beaches and activities. Great for big crowd. Only suggestion would be to remove Teflon pans and replace with steel which are much healthier to cook with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santas shack
The house was very comfortable for the 8 of us. The upstairs(unit 2) is beautiful and very spacious. There is a ton of natural light. We were able to make all of our meals with the supplies that Danielle had provided. The deck is very large and accommodated all of us easily. The only negative was it faces the back of the hotel next store and the main road. The bath is very nice and Danielle has added some extra supplies in case you forget something. There is a part of the bathtub that moves and is too flexible under foot. The stairs up to the unit are quite steep. The downstairs(unit 3) is less impressive. It’s been updated, however it’s dark and much smaller. We tried to use the pullout bed, but the mattress was disgusting looking and very uncomfortable, so 2 of us ended up on the couches. The downstairs bath is very large, but it has multiple levels. You go up 2 steps to the toilet and two for the shower. It’s very awkward and could be dangerous depending on who is renting this space. When you step out of the shower the step bows and the shower floor is slippery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige M., Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Michigan stay
Santa’s Shack was a perfect location in the U.P. To make as our home camp between Pictured Rocks and Marquette. It had great location within walking distance for supper. Hot tub was amazing on the cool evenings. Danielle was quick to respond and made sure we had everything we needed. Reccomend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Centrally located
This house was our home base while exploring the UP. We traveled from Copper Harbor to Drummond island. Walking in the door after our long days exploring felt like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merry time in Christmas
The house was perfect for us and everyone had their own bed! We rented both floors and as we were the grandparents, we had the lower level to ourselves! Perfect location to drive to Munising which was just minutes away. Danielle is a topnotch hostess and appreciated the extra touches, super clean and comfy! The hot tub was just what we needed after a day of hiking/walking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Had a great time! Close to the bar and casino! Plenty of parking for our trailer and vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas snowmobiling
Great place with the location by the trails. Great response from owner as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great location and nice set up for a group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kat W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Convenient
We really enjoyed our stay. The property was clean, cozy and conveniently located. The property manager responded exceedingly quickly to our request! I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
This house is amazing!! We rented the Santa’s Shack Whole House with another couple, one couple stayed upstairs and the other downstairs and it was very comfy and set up very nicely. The other couple own a resort in Minnesota so they are always looking for new ideas for their own place and she LOVED it!! She said that if we ever take another vacation in this area we would definitely stay here again! So clean and well equipped! And the hot tub was perfect! And the host was very easy to get a hold of . She answered any questions that came up very quickly. Thank you for sharing your place with us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
overall well stocked and clean! met our needs as well as the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa’s shack
It was everything as advertised great location and everything we needed for our stay great location close to the trails, gas, food would go again for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHARON C.

Liked: Cleanliness
GOOD CHOICE
We love our stay there. The owner communicated with us and put the description as best as she can which matches our expectations. The property is very clean, spacious and lovely. She had provided some extra supplies too. I recommend this to anyone in big group! We might come back and stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
This is one of the coziest and cleanest places I have ever rented. Danielle made everything so easy and she was extremely welcoming. This will surely be our go-to place the next time we visit Munising as the location is perfect and the property is plenty spacious enough for my family. Do yourself a favor and go across the street to the pub/grill. The food is delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place in Christmas
This house is adorable. Cool layout to accommodate a small group of people. Hot Tub was the perfect spot for one of the rainy days. The deck was a nice gathering place for coffee and a quiet morning. Walking distance to the Casino is super convenient! Property owner is very responsive and even checks in after the first night to see if you have any questions. A nice touch that I haven’t experienced with any other VRBO stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and homey!!
Great communication with your host! Clean and warn atmosphere! Close to all tourist sites and the casino. Great place for a family. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Rented this past weekend and we adored it! Very clean, well kept, and the host, Danielle, was great. Perfect location. Short walking distance to the steakhouse across the highway (Foggy’s) and the casino. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bhau g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and lovely stay
There were 6 of us staying, and each of us was able to get our own bed (one pull out couch on the ground floor). The place was very clean with everything in working order. It's close to the town. And the hot tub was lovely. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial weekend
Property was conveniently located for all our sightseeing destinations. It was clean and comfortable. Danielle was a great host and timely in communicating. Thanks for a memorable weekend Santa's Shack
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021