The Retreat

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Property grounds - The Retreat (Beaver Island)
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Exterior - The Retreat (Beaver Island)
The Retreat provides laundry facilities and more.

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

The Retreat

Luxury outdoor accommodations designed to bring you unprecedented comfort while experiencing serenity and dark skies in nature unspoiled. Shhh...just tell them you were camping.

Nationally recognized among the best in hospitality by Tripadvisor & USA Today, and honored as the Best Reviewed Campground in America , Beaver Island Retreat offers a one-of-a-kind escape where refined comfort meets untamed natural beauty and the stars steal the show.

Each individual Safari Hotel Tent is situated to provide excellent privacy from the other units. Each location includes its own outdoor camp kitchen as well as a charcoal grill. Charcoal is included with your stay. Inside the tent you'll find a queen size bed, memory foam mattress, bamboo sheets, and four pillows. There are two nightstands, two custom chairs built from Beaver Island lumber, a clothing stack, and a vanity. It's a hotel room...in the woods!

On the exterior, you'll find a perfect portico with a love seat and a camping kitchen cart. On it, you'll find your butane slove, sauce pan, cast iron pan, cutting board, cleaning clothes, wine opener, and bottle opener. Beside your portico, you'll find your private charcoal grill with BBQ utensils, unlimited charcoal and grill gloves. Not far from the grill is your private fire pit, complete with unlimited firewood, fire starter, and a lighter. Camp chairs are also included.

There are four individual luxury bathhouses that are private when in use, but shared between guests. Inside you'll find a rainwater shower head, waterfall faucet, raised vessel sink, custom vanity, luxury bath towels and all natural soaps. Each bath house in cleaned between uses and guests continually rave at the cleanliness. Also, there is a fully enclosed outdoor shower with a changing area.

The Gourmet Kitchen has two refrigerators, a freezer, professional grade cookware and electrics for guests use. There are over 50 spices available for guests to use at will as well as olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Coffee is ready at 6:30 in the morning along with all the various forms of sugar/sweetner, honey, and agave. 9 kinds of tea are provided as well.

The BBQ kitchen is located alongside the pavilion and includes unlimited charcoal and propane for the Blackstone Grill, Propane Grill, and Charcoal grill. Fully stocked with grill tools and professional knives, cutting boards, and various other tools, The BBQ kitchen is a great experience in and of itself.

The pavilion, BBQ kitchen, laundry room, bathrooms, outdoor shower, dark sky viewing lounges and tent site areas are available to guests 24/7.

We are available and onsite with guests for the entirety of your stay. You'll be able to reach us by phone or simply find us in our own accommodations.

The Retreat property is designed as an adult experience and is not suitable for individuals under the age of 21 due to the rustic environment and safety concerns for younger people. This is universally applied across all platforms and for all guests.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 188 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Please return the map we have loaned to you.
Please DO NOT make your bed.
Please make sure your dishes are washed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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

Beaver Island is home to The Retreat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Jewell Gillespie Park Beach, while The Marine Museum and Toy Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Beaver Island travel guide
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Beaver Island, MI

What's nearby

  • Old Presque Isle Lighthouse located in a public park
    The Marine Museum
    7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Old Mormon Print Shop Museum
    7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Beaver Island Community Center
    8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Jewell Gillespie Park Beach
    9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Beaver Island Harbor Lighthouse
    10 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Whiskey Point Brewing
    9 min drive
  • Circle M Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • The Beachcomber
    8 min drive
  • Wild Strawberry Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Shamrock Restaurant & Pub
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat located?

Situated in Beaver Island, this campsite is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Feodar Protar Cabin and CMU Biological Station. Jewell Gillespie Park Beach and Old Mormon Print Shop Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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