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Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw

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A lakeside view with four red Adirondack chairs arranged on a sandy area, a dock with a boat, and a tree to the right.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a grey sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A living room with a gray sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a painting of a beach scene.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Place, Lake Paradise
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪16 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 Crossings. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Paradise - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 10 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Mackinac Bridge - 11 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 36 min drive - 29.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Audie's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬10 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.

Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw

Charming 3-Bedroom Cottage on Paradise Lake – Your Perfect Getaway

Escape to this delightful 3-bedroom gem on Paradise Lake, boasting 80 feet of private beach frontage for endless days of relaxation. Nestled in a peaceful setting, this inviting retreat is ideal for a serene getaway.

The cozy cottage comfortably accommodates 7 guests. Featuring a queen bed, full bed, bunk bed, and a twin bed. Modern amenities, including WiFi, a washer and dryer, ensure a hassle-free stay, while the bathtub and hairdryer add extra comfort. Whether you're planning a weekend escape or an extended stay, this charming retreat is designed to make your visit truly memorable.

Perfectly located for exploring Northern Michigan’s top attractions, you’ll have easy access to Mackinac Island, Tahquamenon Falls, Pictured Rocks, and the scenic Tunnel of Trees. Discover the charm of nearby towns like Mackinaw City, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs.
For a unique dining experience, savor the breathtaking views of Lake Michigan at the renowned Legs Inn in Cross Village or enjoy the famous family-style chicken dinner at Dam Site Inn in Pellston. Looking for adventure? Rent a fishing boat or pontoon from the local marina and spend a perfect day on the water.

Your lakeside retreat awaits!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Carp Lake within a short 1-minute walk of Lake Paradise. You'll also find Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Mackinaw City Dock nearby.

Is there parking available at Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with 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.

Is Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw a good place to stay for couples?

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

Does Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw have a hot tub?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw have connecting rooms available?

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 11.2 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is around 12.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw?

No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw.

Private beachfront cottage, WiFi and AC on Lake Paradise, minutes from Mackinaw Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I enjoyed our vacation at this Carp Lake beach rental. Close to Mackinac City and other attractions as well. The house was clean and comfortable for our family group of 6.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Cozy Home. We enjoyed playing board games in the screen room, built a bon-fire, and sat on the beach quite a lot. The water is pretty shallow, but its very clear and clean. We were able to take many refreshing dips into the lake. Highly recommend this place.It very close to Mackinaw City and we visited a couple breweries nearby that had great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed are stay in the MI area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute place!

We absolutely loved this cute cottage. It was so clean and just all around perfect we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lakefront cottage

This property is beautiful; the cottage is newly updated and has a great outdoor space with lakefront access. The cottage had everything we needed in the bedrooms, kitchen and bath. It was quiet, pleasant and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice getaway

Wonderful communication! Spacious and plenty of room for all of us. Kitchen was great!! AC wasn’t the best and thermostat was not easy to set. Overall - was a nice getaway for us for a few days
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First visit to the area

We are cross-country travelers and have visited all over the U.S. The Michigan peninsula area is one that we had not yet visited. This little lake cabin was just perfect for our first experience in the area. Such a cute, newly remodeled place, right on Carp Lake, just minutes from Mackinaw City & the ferry to Mackinac Island, and minutes from Headlands International Night Sky Park. Everything was so convenient and easy once we got here! We rented a boat for a day on Carp Lake and took the ferry to the island another day, and just chilled at the lake in-between. Emma, our host, was so very helpful and responsive to all of our questions and gave us great recommendations. Our first visit to the area did not disappoint, and our stay in this cute lake cabin definitely contributed to this great trip! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Get Away

For more than a year my husband and I planned a family get away with our two adult children and their families. Due to circumstances beyond our control our plans changed a month before the originally planned trip. It turned out to be a blessing because we found this lakefront cottage! It was perfect for our group. My husband and I (Grandma and Papi) and our adult child's family. The kids were exposed to fishing, boating, biking on Mackinac, playing family games, cooking on the campfire... it was wonderful! We will be back. The host was quick to resond to all questions and was very accommodating. The property was perfect for our needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we enjoyed our stay in the cabin. Check in was simple, and we had prompt communication with our host the entire visit. Loved the private beach and dock. It was very quiet and relaxing. We enjoyed fishing, as well as making s’mores over the fire pit. The bedrooms are small and stuffy—the AC doesn’t seem to extend to them. I reached out to our host with this, and she had a pedestal fan sent to us! Very kind! Appliances in the kitchen were pretty dated and would benefit from an upgrade. Shower wasn’t very hot. I think this place will continue to get better and better as the host makes updates. She seems to really care and wants this to be a special place for families to visit.
View of cabin
Oven seemed unsafe to use as flame was visible and bottom drawer didn’t fully close.
Relaxing by the fire pit
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing calm and quiet property so close to Mackinaw city!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet little place by the lake. Nice back porch with a huge yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025