Nestled along the tranquil Au Train River, this beautiful three-bedroom cottage offers a serene retreat with knotty pine walls and ceiling throughout. Enjoy riverfront views, an open concept living area with a stone natural gas fireplace, and plenty of extras to make you feel right at home. Take advantage of new steps down to the river for easy access to canoeing or kayaking.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite!
Beautiful and spacious three-bedroom cottage - impeccably maintained and tastefully decorated. Knotty pine walls and ceiling throughout. Large stone natural gas fireplace centers an open concept living area with a vaulted ceiling and split-log staircase leading to a loft with extra beds. Tranquil riverfront views of the popular Au Train River. Well stocked cottage with plenty of extras. We want you to feel right at home so that you can relax and enjoy your vacation! We added new steps down to the river, so you can bring your canoes or kayaks right down! We are Premier Hosts and very experienced in owning and managing a vacation rental and have a proven track record in providing our renters with a wonderful vacation experience. See our other VRBO property in Florida - #339008. We go the extra mile to ensure people that rent from us have no surprises and leave with great memories. We have lived in the Upper Peninsula off and on for close to 30 years and are excited to share the best of what makes this area an amazing four seasons vacation destination.
ABOUT THE AREA: Au Train is located in Alger County, one of the most scenic areas in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This increasingly popular vacation destination has adventure awaiting in many directions. In nearby Munising visit the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, beautiful waterfalls, Grand Island National Recreation Area, and the Hiawatha National Forest. The hiking, biking, snowshoeing and snowmobiling opportunities are endless. Au Train Lake and Lake Superior have beautiful sandy beaches. Au Train Lake is famous for great fishing and great waterskiing. The Au Train River is one of the safest and most scenic and enjoyable streams in the state for canoes and kayaks. This is the perfect place to get away from it all. Fall Fishing is great in both the many inland lakes of the area and in Lake Superior. Deer and Bear as well as Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock hunting are excellent. In the winter, enjoy miles of groomed snowmobile trails, ice fishing on Au Train Lake and Lake Superior, or perhaps enjoy snowshoeing or cross country skiing through vast wooded areas. In the spring, Woodlands are carpeted with wildflowers and mushrooms peak through the ground. Trout fishing is excellent in the river and numerous streams as well as Lake Superior.
TYPES OF RENTERS WE CATER TO: We love renting to families or groups of friends who love nature and who enjoy experiencing the best of what the outdoors has to offer. We don't rent to groups under 25 years of age. We respect our wonderful neighbors and their right to enjoy their own privacy and expect our renters to comply with Au Train's noise ordinances posted in the cottage (quiet hours 11pm to 7am). If you are looking for a place to hold loud parties, this is not your place. But if you are looking for an amazing cottage with tons of charm to have a fantastic and memorable vacation, look no further!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Must respect quiet hours (11pm to 7am)
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
Note from host: Must respect quiet hours (11pm to 7am)
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Au Train, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alger County Fairgrounds and Eagle Falls Adventure Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Au Train travel guide
Is Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hiawatha National Forest, Lake Superior and Au Train Beach. Scott Falls is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
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Au Train Riverfront Cottage - Peaceful and Clean! 3BR + Loft. Guest Favorite! Reviews
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2 night stay 5 friendsAwesome well stocked beautiful cottageGreat communication with ownersCould not have liked it moreVery comfortable escape from bad weather
This was a fantastic stay for a family wedding in Marquette @ Carp River Gardens! The property was even more beautiful than the pictures, sparkling clean, and had everything we needed for a relaxing trip. The location was perfect, and the host was incredibly responsive to our questions. We'd highly recommend this place and would love to return
The cabin was great. The blizzard knocked the power out for the area. We had the gas fireplace that heated the whole house comfortably. The adults and kids played games and did puzzles that were there. The kitchen was well stocked. The washer and dryer were very handy.There were plenty of towels and sitting for our group of seven. We enjoyed our Skiing and snow. The owners checked in with us which was nice touch.
Such a beautiful place to stay with plenty of room! This place was cozy and well equipt with all your needs. I definitely recommend staying and it's location was very convenient!
What a lovely cottage!! It was absolutely as advertised and very clean. Would be a great stop for families as well and we plan to bring our kids with us next time! The views were great and location was perfect…close to lots of things to do!
If you're looking for an escape from a crazy world, look no further. This cottage is clean, cozy, and peaceful. No detail was overlooked. Come frazzled, leave refreshed. We will absolutely look forward to coming back to enjoy this piece of heaven!
Great location for exploring the Marquette area. The cabin is spacious and comfortable. The kids loved the loft area. The spot by the river is beautiful. We liked it so much that we are hoping to come up this winter to explore some of the cross country ski trails in the area.
Very nice and clean. Enjoyed it immensely. Would fo back in a heartbeat
Joan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Zach
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great location, cozy backyard, and the kitchen was nicely equipped. It is worth noting that grown adults cant stand up straight in the loft portion, but perfect for elementary or middle school ages kids. Nobody goes on vacation to hang out in your bedroom anyway. We had a wonderful stay!
We had 3 adults and one toddler staying here and had so much space! We were impressed with how many people could wind up fitting into this cottage. It had all the amenities we would need, and we loved being able to use the charcoal grill and fire pit. The view of the river is really nice.
Instructions were clear provided by the host on how to get in and for check-out. We had a couple questions and the response time was great.
The location was a perfect spot for us to go to a few different places in the UP. We’re saving this one for the future in case we have another UP trip! Highly recommend this home!
This Au Train home was truly cozy - a home away from home. Very clean; comfortable beds & couches; great outdoor space for enjoying river views; supplied with everything you could need for a week away. Stayed with husband, adult son & teenage girl; two downstairs bedrooms are small but perfectly functional, master is a good size with convenient half bath attached. Did not use upstairs loft area, which has ample room for twin & full bed, but has sloped ceiling so probably best for kids/smaller guests. Communication with owners was prompt, friendly & helpful. Great local in quiet Au Train, 2 min from spacious sandy beach we enjoyed thoroughly in unseasonably warm weather. Husband brought his fishing gear & had great luck fishing river at bottom of (steep- careful!) stairs-- so bonus! Definitely would return & strongly recommend.
This was a beautiful property and we loved the sounds of nature around us! Plenty of space since there were only two of us, and the house was set up really well with any supplies you could need. Very nice and responsive hosts. I really wanted to give it 4.5/5 stars but didn’t have the option…the only downfall was the TV situation. Part of the fun of travel for us is checking up on local news and weather, however this was not possible as the house has Roku with streaming only (like Netflix, Hulu, etc). It worked out ok but did detract a bit as we don’t have much streaming and weren’t able to watch any local sports, plus I had to mirror my Apple phone constantly to watch anything beyond Hulu. Also, for smaller children, the backyard is narrow and quite steep leading to the Au Train River. Stunning scenery with lots of ducks (which we loved!!) but no fishing whatsoever (from the shore) and the steepness isn’t great for young kids. Overall really enjoyed our trip though, lots of nature hikes and gorgeous scenery!
We really enjoyed the cottage, had everything we could have possibly needed, very well stocked. Loved the area of Au Train, close to so many beautiful areas. Gorgeous river right in your backyard. Would definitely stay again
Incredible place. Great location around the corner from Lake Superior little beach area and the Northwood Outpost. Well stocked home with plenty of space! Would absolutely recommend for couples or families with all ages of children. Quick drive to Munising Shipwreck tour. Will be back. Thanks Mike & Colleen.