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NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!

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A wooden deck with white Adirondack chairs and planters with flowers, overlooking a calm lake.
A white front door with a small window above it, a doorbell, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A calm lake with boats docked on the right, surrounded by trees and a distant shoreline.
A modern living room with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Place, Lake Paradise
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carp Lake

This cottage places you next to Lake Paradise and within a 10-minute drive of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Paradise - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 16 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Mackinac Bridge - 16 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Petoskey State Park - 39 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Stone Bay Fishery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Lights Grille - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Frontier Saloon - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!

Relax and unwind in this beautiful, recently renovated lakeside cottage! Sandy-bottom private beachfront means no need to go anywhere. But there's lots to see and do, and the close proximity to Mackinaw City, Lake Michigan beaches, & endless other Northern Michigan attractions mean you'll have plenty of day-trip options!

Enjoy a variety of lake toys during your stay; 3 kayaks, a canoe, several floaties, plus sand castle supplies and chairs. Firewood is supplied for use in the lakeside firepit.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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 not indicated whether 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Carp Lake within a short 1-minute walk of Lake Paradise. French Farm Lake is also within a driving distance of 3.8 mi.

Is there parking available at NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is 8.5 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is around 14 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location!?

Yes, every cottage at NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location! comes with a patio.

NEW! Renovated lakeside cottage with a private sandy beach. Great Location! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Silveria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was excellent good location short distance from Petoskey, Mackinaw, Cheboygan.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Will W.

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

Great Stay in Beautiful Spot

Spent the week traveling around Michigan with this as our home base. It was a wonderful spot for traveling around the area and nice that it was so close to Mackinaw City. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is a little piece of paradise. Very peaceful and relaxing. Loved sitting on the deck having coffee and watching the sunrise Very clean and they have all the amenities you need. Highly recommend for a family vacation. Great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great. Best location for getting to Mackinac Island or the UP and still staying in the lower peninsula.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Wonderful cottage near Mackinac but quiet and private

The cottage was perfect for our stay! It was calm and relaxing and had everything we needed! Our kids spent most of their time down at the lake and we enjoyed every bit of our stay. There was a strong smell of sulfur from the water, but other than that it was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget L.

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

Super

House was great. Lake was excellent. Location was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Great Stay!

This was a great location within 10 minutes of Mackinac city! We loved the lake in our backyard! The shed was full of many helpful things such as canoes, kayaks, and life!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alaina M.

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

Relaxing and fun!

This property was very clean and had more than we expected! The back deck and fire pit area were perfect spots to relax and enjoy the lake. We had a blast with the kayaks, water mat and floaties provided! The location is perfect too! Quiet area with a couple restaurants and market close by and only a ten minute drive to Mackinaw City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful place to stay!!!

Absolutely wonderful place to stay!!!!! So clean with everything you need. Beautiful view of the lake inside and out of the cottage! Great location to visit the island and Mackinaw City. It was such a treat to have kayaks to use. Highly recommend this rental. We only wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Silveria L.

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

Wonderful

The remodel is awesome very clean. The beach is very clean and peaceful. Location is perfect for day trips Mackinaw City, Cheboygan, St Ignace and Whitefish Point.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Summer Michigan Vacation

A cute little cottage! All the essentials and then some were provided!! Lake access with kayaks and a canoe were so enjoyable! We loved the proximity to all the fun things as well! Would stay here in the future for certain!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Beautiful Cottage!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage! It was beautiful, clean and well appointed! The sunrises on the lake were gorgeous and we even saw bald eagles!!! Close proximity to all the great sites and the UP!!! Thank you to the hosts for making us feel so welcome and at home!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am super pickey about cleanliness and this place was perfect. The lake was clear and shallow so we felt completely comfortable for our daughter to learn how to kayak and go pretty far out. We loved all the lake toys and that there were life jackets. Thanks for making our vacation great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

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

Wonderful vacation!

We were so excited to stay here! The home was exactly like the pictures, but even better! We enjoyed the lake, and the hosts literally thought of everything we would need during our stay. We kayaked, swam in the lake, were close enough to do many other activities like spending the day at Mackinac Island and a day at a beach on Lake Michigan. The information binder that was in the house was also super helpful when we were trying to decide what to do! This was the perfect place to stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Awesome Place

Everything was exactly as listed/shown and everything we needed was provided. The lake is very shallow but worked well for us since that meant is was warm and kids enjoyed the water all week. Have no complaints everything works spectacular.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Krystal G.

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

Beautiful home on the lake

Everything about our stay was perfect. The home was beautiful, extremely clean, and well equipped with everything we could need for our trip - this made traveling with two toddlers so much easier. The lake was beautiful and peaceful. We enjoyed bonfires, playing in the sand, and fishing. Communication with Allison was easy and prompt. We will definitely return again the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Absolutely amazing!

One of the best places we have stayed at in along time! So neat and clean and exactly how it was described. The place was stocked with everything you could think of and more! So many water toys, games, snacks, and just thoughtful items. It all made for a really great time. The only issue was that we couldnt stay any longer. The hosts were quick to respond and super nice. I would definitely come back! The sandy beach, warm shallow water, deck, toys, picnic table and everything else was just great. We enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Beautiful clean and relaxing!

We have stayed at many many cabins over the years and are well acquainted with cabin/lake life. With that said not all are as advertised but this one is! One of the cleanest houses we have ever rented. The attention to small details such as shampoo and soap, snacks, paper products, extra blankets and pillows are very much appreciated. The views are beautiful and the lake is very quiet, not much boat noise which we loved. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024