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Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks

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A wooden picnic table in a grassy area with a building in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a sink, a stove, and a window with a view of trees.
A wooden door with a window above it, a small porch area, and a mailbox with the number 2 on it.
A wooden bed with a headboard, two bedside tables, and a window with blinds.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden table, and wall art depicting sunsets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101488 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Christmas, MI
  • Place, Hiawatha National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Island
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Munising Falls
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Munising

This vacation home places you next to Hiawatha National Forest and within a mile (2 km) of Lake Superior. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Grand Island - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Munising Falls - 21 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Sand Point Beach - 25 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 27 min drive - 15.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Dogpatch Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eh! Burger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Muldoons Pasties & Gifts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 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.

Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks

Pictured Rocks Family Rentals welcomes you to Santa's Shack Whole House! This is actually 2 apartments, Santa's Shack Upstairs and Downstairs, connected by a laundry room so you can go from 1 unit to the other without stepping outside :) Home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 kitchens and 2 living rooms. Conveniently located right behind gas station and walking distance to Foggy's Steakhouse and Casino. Christmas trailhead is only a couple blocks away. Home has tankless water heater so no cold showers!



This home is 2 separate listings that we have combined into one to offer a location for larger groups that would like to have at least 2 bathrooms and more beds for their stay. This rental does not include Santa's Shack Studio unit located on same site. We added an on demand water heater so nobody has to dread taking the last shower in a large group, lol. The home is heated by natural gas wall heaters that do get hot to the touch, so please be careful with young ones. This home has 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 1 is upstairs with a queen bed. Bedroom 2 is upstairs with a queen bed and a full on bottom/twin on top bunk bed. Bedroom 3 is downstairs with a queen bed and a private entrance to bathroom 2. The downstairs living room also has a queen sofa sleeper.



Guests have access to whole house, they do not have access to the separate Santa's Shack Studio Apartment building onsite.



We live nearby if you should need anything but will not come over unless you ask us to. If you have any questions/concerns, please message through the app or text, or call if it is an emergency.



Walking distance to Foggy's Steakhouse, Christmas Casino, gas station/party store, and less than a mile to snowmobile/ORV trailhead. Less than 5 miles to downtown Munising and all of the Pictured Rocks boat tours, kayak rentals, etc.



There is a large, wide driveway in front of the home and another driveway to the right of the buildings that all guests are welcome to use. For getting around, we recommend your own vehicles, unless you are coming to ride snowmobiles/ATVs. There also is a bus service called Altran, but you should call ahead to schedule pick ups/drop offs.



*There is another rental unit on-site (Santa's Shack Studio)

*The outdoor amenities are shared between all units (hot tub, fire pit, parking area, etc)

*Quiet time is 10 pm to 8 am

*There is 24 hr audio/video surveillance equipment facing all exterior entry doors

*No unauthorized guests (people not included on reservation) allowed without preapproval from host

*No animals allowed



Signed rental agreement and security deposit hold required for all reservations. Primary guest will need to send a picture of government issued ID and list names and ages of all other guests in their group.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside-dispose of butts properly

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,488 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 complete the following before checking out:
Please wash all used dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Signed Rental Agreement Required After Booking along with ID of primary booker
There will be a security deposit hold placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure
Remaining House Rules in Rental Agreement

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: No animals allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Use caution with stairs and heater

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside-dispose of butts properly

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Munising, just steps from Hiawatha National Forest. You'll also find Lake Superior and Perch Lake within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a hot tub.

Does Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks?

Yes, every house at Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks comes with a balcony.

Santa’s Shack Whole House - Near Pictured Rocks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place!! Hot tub was very nice! Place was very clean, spacious, beds and bedding very comfortable. Plenty of extra pillows, blankets, towels. Highly recommend and we look forward to booking again! Very close to snowmobile trails. Walking distance to casino and Foggys. Great location and plenty of truck and trailer parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! We had plenty of room and multiple AC units kept even the upstairs very comfortable. The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Great location and nice set up for a group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Had a great time! Close to the bar and casino! Plenty of parking for our trailer and vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful vacation in upper Michigan! The location of Santa’s shack was perfect for our day trips. Very clean in
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to explore from!

Santa’s Shack- whole house was a comfortable and relaxing place to return to after days of exploring. Everything was clean and the place was well stocked. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas snowmobiling

Great place with the location by the trails. Great response from owner as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danielle was excellent and checked in on us and our needs upon arrival and was very responsive to any questions or feedback including recommending a beach that felt like a special find! The house was conveniently close to Munising and had all of the kitchen and cooking needs we needed to make dinner or lunch every day. We will look to book again next time we're visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Even with the bad weather we had a great time. Hot tub came in clutch! Will definitely visit again since we didn’t get to see the rocks due to bad weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Centrally located

This house was our home base while exploring the UP. We traveled from Copper Harbor to Drummond island. Walking in the door after our long days exploring felt like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Danielle was very helpful, everything was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We really enjoyed our stay at Christmas! The house kitchen was stocked so we could make multiple meals. Multiple towels and blankets! Hot was great after a day of hiking. This was our first time in the UP and found the house in a great location to so many adventures. Danielle gave us great info and suggestions! We will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Michigan stay

Santa’s Shack was a perfect location in the U.P. To make as our home camp between Pictured Rocks and Marquette. It had great location within walking distance for supper. Hot tub was amazing on the cool evenings. Danielle was quick to respond and made sure we had everything we needed. Reccomend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for family stay

Great house, we had "whole house" which included a ground level unit that had 1 bed room, full kitchen, bathroom and living room with pull up sofa bed. There was an upstairs with another full kitchen, loving room, bathroom and 2 bedrooms. Kitchen and bathroo s were well stocked. Hot tub was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UP Marathon Stay

This location was perfect for the UP marathon and many beaches and activities. Great for big crowd. Only suggestion would be to remove Teflon pans and replace with steel which are much healthier to cook with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Merry time in Christmas

The house was perfect for us and everyone had their own bed! We rented both floors and as we were the grandparents, we had the lower level to ourselves! Perfect location to drive to Munising which was just minutes away. Danielle is a topnotch hostess and appreciated the extra touches, super clean and comfy! The hot tub was just what we needed after a day of hiking/walking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just a few days

Danielle was very helpful with our arrival. We were running later than expected so she went and turned lights on so we were able to find our way much easier. Danielle always communicated before and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and roomy!

Our family loved our getaway to Santa’s Shack whole house! There were seven of us, and we all had our own bed with plenty of space to hang out as a large group or individually. The house was fully equipped to meet all of our needs, and the hot tub was a great addition! It was easy to find, and located with quick convenient access to restaurants, waterfalls, hiking trails, and the casino. We would definitely stay here again. Danielle even allowed us to show up early due to the storms approaching which we were so grateful for! Renell
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer in Christmas

We had an outstanding week in this comfortable house. It is close to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Marquette, to name two options. We were only limited by our energy- there was so much to do! And when we returned after a day of exploring, we were able to soak in the outdoor hot tub and prepare food in the well-appointed kitchen. The beds were comfortable too. When we had questions, the owners were quick to respond. We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Santas shack

The house was very comfortable for the 8 of us. The upstairs(unit 2) is beautiful and very spacious. There is a ton of natural light. We were able to make all of our meals with the supplies that Danielle had provided. The deck is very large and accommodated all of us easily. The only negative was it faces the back of the hotel next store and the main road. The bath is very nice and Danielle has added some extra supplies in case you forget something. There is a part of the bathtub that moves and is too flexible under foot. The stairs up to the unit are quite steep. The downstairs(unit 3) is less impressive. It’s been updated, however it’s dark and much smaller. We tried to use the pullout bed, but the mattress was disgusting looking and very uncomfortable, so 2 of us ended up on the couches. The downstairs bath is very large, but it has multiple levels. You go up 2 steps to the toilet and two for the shower. It’s very awkward and could be dangerous depending on who is renting this space. When you step out of the shower the step bows and the shower floor is slippery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lot of fun.in the area and the house was convenient to where we were going. Our grandkids loved the hot tub and all the extra space
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed how unit 2 and 3 connected. It was like having a in law suite downstairs. My parents enjoyed moving freely about while the kids slept. Very easy drive to Munising- less than 10 minutes. Very safe. My toddler loved the Christmas vibe in summer! We enjoyed the hot tub. We also were thankful we could enter downstairs, kill any mosquitoes that joined, then open the door! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and Convenient

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was clean, cozy and conveniently located. The property manager responded exceedingly quickly to our request! I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

This house is amazing!! We rented the Santa’s Shack Whole House with another couple, one couple stayed upstairs and the other downstairs and it was very comfy and set up very nicely. The other couple own a resort in Minnesota so they are always looking for new ideas for their own place and she LOVED it!! She said that if we ever take another vacation in this area we would definitely stay here again! So clean and well equipped! And the hot tub was perfect! And the host was very easy to get a hold of . She answered any questions that came up very quickly. Thank you for sharing your place with us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

review

overall well stocked and clean! met our needs as well as the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

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