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Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!

Lakefront holiday home with patio and fireplace

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Nestled on a 2-acre clearing with Lake Huron views, this cozy cottage offers the perfect retreat for water adventures and nature lovers alike. Enjoy kayaking or canoeing from the property, take advantage of the included pontoon boat during summer season rentals, or simply unwind on the wrap-around porch with seating areas and a gas grill.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!

Lakefront holiday home with patio and fireplace
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and gas grills. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a washing machine and 2 bathrooms. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include a patio and a TV.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $75 pet fee plus additional security deposit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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 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

About the area

Located in Hessel, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Straits State Park and Lake Huron, while Museum of Ojibwa Culture and Fort de Baude Museum are cultural highlights. Castle Golf & Games and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Hessel travel guide
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • Close up shot of Miners Castle rock at Pictured rocks national lake shore in Michigan upper peninsula
    Castle Rock
    13 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    13 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    16 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Marquette Mission Park
    16 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce
    16 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jose's Cantina
  • Ang-Gio's Restaurant
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Huron and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace. Brevort Township Community Recreation Area and Castle Rock are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Beautiful Cottage on St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron, with Pontoon, Kayaks & Canoe! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

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

Great base camp

Perfect place to stay with a larger group. Close to a lot yet secluded for down time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Great location

Location is great as this property is located in the midst of travel to Canada as well as lower Michigan. The local quarry was our favorite swimming hole!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kristina K.

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

Very nice!

The property was very well kept and so cute and cozy! The location and views were amazing! I went with my family and my dad tagged along and we were all comfortable in the home (3 adults, 3 kids) would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

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

Excellent Location - Beautiful Property

Excellent property and location. The location on the bay was excellent. The property was everything promised. It is actually prettier on the outside compared to the picture as it is now red which is great. Have access to the pontoon and kayaks was great and the Neighbor "John" was super nice and a great resource. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly c.

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

UP getaway

Comfortable. Lovely grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Wonderful lake house

This property was perfect for our family. The lake view from the deck were incredible! We viewed eagles, swans, and osprey all from the convenience of the porch. The house was stocked with everything we needed for our 1st trip to the UP. It was also conveniently located as a home-base to venture out and explore parts of rhe UP. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

U.P. Hideaway

A quick 20 minutes to the bridge and a relaxing ride to Sault Ste Marie. Northern lights viewing! House had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Didn’t use the pontoon, but nice feature for less windy days. Two bathrooms was amazing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh G.

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

Very quiet and relaxing house

The house was very clean and only had neighbors on one side who were a very nice older couple. The house was perfect for my husband, me, and our dog who loved the huge yard but could easily accommodate more people. It was so peaceful being on the water and very relaxing. Great house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

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

Family getaway

We had such a nice time at this property. I stayed with my parents and dog. We enjoyed the boat and screened in patio. We enjoyed the evening fishing, star gazing, and around a fire. The neighbors were friendly and we always felt safe. Thank you for hosting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

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

Beautiful!

We needed a quiet, peaceful, relaxing vacation and we certainly found it here. Gorgeous views, beautiful weather, lots of room outside for our dogs to run. The house clean and really cool inside. Loved it! It was great. The time went by so quickly. Special thanks to Dottie for all of her help!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Relax

We enjoyed our stay-first time to the UP for us. This property is within a short drive to a variety of places depending on your interest. It is quiet and well maintained, the property owners are responsive if you have questions (we weren’t sure what their preference was to leave the thermostat at with colder air moving in). Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara I.

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

Perfect Location!

My sister and her BFF and me and my BFF traveled to MI to see Mackinac Island. This was the absolute PERFECT LOCATION. So close to the Ferry and towns. I do wildlife photography and saw 5 bald eagles (one in tree right by back deck) 2 adults, one sub adult, and 2 juveniles. Also took photos of Blue Heron, Double Crested Cormorants, mallard ducks, gulls, Pileated woodpecker, Northern Flickers, awesome milkyway shots and beautiful sunsets. We went to the island twice, and then to Mackinac City to see the lighthouse and Fort, St. Ignace for shopping and food. A quiet, quaint Oasis. Thank you very much for helping us to make lifelong memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C., Southwest Michigan

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

Peaceful spot

Peaceful spot with lovely views of Lake Huron and the Pine River. It was a great base for exploring the eastern UP: all the preserves along Lake Huron and the St. Mary's River, Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway, the Hiawatha Forest, and the Hiawatha Highlands (Canada). We appreciated being able to have our dog with us. As other reviewers have noted, the spiral staircase to the second floor and lack of railings on the entry stairs and on the deck were challenging for one member of our family and could make it a challenging location for families with toddlers or anyone with balance and mobility issues.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Amazing UP getaway

We really enjoyed our stay on St. Martins bay! Really the perfect location with access to canoeing and boating on the quiet river, with a view of Lake Huron and boat access if wanted! It was really nice to have access to the owners pontoon boat! We went for multiple rides during our stay. Quick 18 min drive to St. Ignace for dinner (highly recommend the gangplank) or to catch a ferry, as well to a quick drive to more boating access in Hessel and Cedarville. Only 40 minutes to Sault Ste. Marie to enjoy the locks and Lake Superior. Beds were comfortable and clean, and the windows and fans helped for a cool evening the few days where it was warmer. Kids enjoyed the bunk beds, and spiral stairs (my two pretty active 75 year old parents didn’t care for them, and stayed in the downstairs bedroom). Yard was well mowed and our two dogs loved romping. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jill W.

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

Great Location

We loved the location and the large grassy area was a 5 star for our dog. The house is a perfect layout for a vacation rental. Since there were only 2 of us, we didn’t use the upstairs. The bed was very comfy and the living area was a good layout with comfy furniture. We feel that there were things that a good maintenance review and cleaning company could help overall. Some of the outdoor furniture is broken, while other pieces seem to be brand new. One of the screens on the porch was held up with electrical tape and blew off during a very windy night. The closets were full of things that were not organized but just placed in there in a jumble. The bathroom shelves were full of things left behind by other guests and the towels were haphazardly folded. A little organization made room for all the towels and our things that we needed. The shower, sink, toilet were all functional and clean. The kitchen needs some cleaning and organization. The fridge was obviously old, but worked just fine, same with the stove. We appreciated having a dog friendly location and we thank you for that consideration. Overall we were happy to have this wonderful house for our first visit to UP.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle H.

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

My 1st VRBO- not impressed

The description didn't have the information of what was there or what I had to bring like hand soap, paper products, wood for the fire, charcoal, etc. I found the place did come with many of these items but not all. We had to refill empty hand soap bottles or near empty bottles. The beds were comfortable and the sheets were clean. The upstairs bathroom facet handles were broke and sloppy, the upstairs shower had a high pitch squeal and on the last day, noticed a possible water leak from the shower door where it meets the tub. The downstairs room has a musty order to it. The fan upstairs has a huge layer of dust on it. Outside I was shocked to see no rails on the entire deck or for any stairs leading into the house. A weedwhacker was not used around the house at all and had grass/weeds growing through the steps. This was my 1st and prob my last VRBO. I have stayed many other places for less money and they had much better experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay! Beautiful views, nicely kept home. Highly recommended for a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! 100% would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this property. Wonderful large yard
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot on the bay and river. It was quiet but still close to St Ignace. House had everything we needed. We enjoyed the deck, big yard, and firepit. We have made many trips to the UP and finally got the see the northern lights this time. We would definitely come and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was really large and so peaceful being right on the water. We did not use the pontoon or the kayaks. Our dog enjoyed staying there. We saw the northern lights one evening. Easy drive to Saint ignace for meals and to catch the ferry. Porches were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hessel trip

Amazing location and property with incredible views in every direction. The set up of the house and porch are perfect. Lots of space for a big family or group. Great getaway for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house, property and location. Very peaceful. House was clean and it had all the essentials to include a nice washer and dryer. We enjoyed the view of the bay. Great area to explore - to include Mackinaw Island.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

larry v.

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

Nice stay

Nice place to stay. Close access to many attractions we wanted to see
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Lauren G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and communication with the host was easy. The cleanliness of the cottage was a little disappointing after so many excellent reviews saying otherwise. High traffic areas are obviously cleaned well, but anything out of the way at all (under beds, windowsills, inside of washing machine, etc) were quite dirty. The cottage does not have AC, which was uncomfortable, but only on the first day of our stay before it cooled off. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The cottage worked well as a base for day trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025