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Northern Michigan Hideaway

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Kitchen.
Dining.
Living room and fireplace.
Local New Presque Isle Lighthouse.
Campfire. Please honor quiet time after 9pm. Absolutely no fireworks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs #1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs #2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Bathtub · Toilet

Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Northern Michigan Hideaway

A Restored Retreat in Presque Isle: The Ultimate "Up North" Escape
After a period of closure and extensive repairs following a 2023 hail storm, we are thrilled to welcome guests back to our freshly updated salt-box style home. Located in a quiet corner of Northeastern Michigan within the Presque Isle Harbor Association, this home is a true sanctuary for our family and we're happy to share it with those looking to unplug and enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Huron.

The Space
Our home is thoughtfully decorated and designed for comfort and relaxation. Please note that to maintain the peaceful atmosphere and protect the curated decor (including glass tables and delicate ground-level items), our home is strictly for adults only and we do not allow pets.

Living & Entertainment: The main floor features an open living area with a Bluetooth speaker for your favorite music. While there is no TV, we provide board games and puzzles for old-fashioned fun.

Kitchen & Dining: The newly remodeled kitchen is a chef’s delight, now featuring a blender and food processor alongside standard appliances like a coffee pot.

Bedrooms: Three cozy bedrooms (one on the main floor, two upstairs) feature two queen beds and one full-size bed.

Outdoor Living: Enjoy the back deck featuring a propane grill and outdoor seating, perfect for watching the local wildlife or stargazing.

Climate & Connectivity
This is an authentic "Up North" experience. The home is equipped with a furnace for chilly nights but does not have Air Conditioning. However, the area is very comfortable in the summer with natural breezes.

While cellular service is unavailable at the house (cell service can typically be found in a 5 minute drive towards the marina), we have recently installed Starlink Wi-Fi so you can stay connected as much or as little as you like.

The Location & Events
We are perfectly situated for nature lovers and maritime enthusiasts:

Presque Isle Harbor Wooden Boat Show: If you are visiting during the third Saturday in June, don't miss this iconic local event just minutes away!

Knaebe's Apple Farm & Ciderworks is a local seasonal favorite and definitely worth the visit if its open.

Outdoor Adventure: We are a short distance from the historic Presque Isle Lighthouses, Michigan State Parks, and the Grand Lake and Long Lake marinas.

Stargazing: Located near a "light-free zone," the night sky here is breathtaking.

Day Trips: We are 30 minutes from Alpena or Rogers City and just 90 minutes from Mackinac Island.

Guest Notes
- Winter Stays: Please note that many local businesses close during the winter.
- Guests do not have access to the Association Clubhouse or recreation areas.

Wildlife: Expect to see birds, squirrels, rabbits, and deer right from the windows.

Parking: Plenty of on-site parking is available.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There are no radios or TV's and usually no cell service. So if you require communication please bring your own devices. We have Starlink wifi set up.

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Presque Isle

Presque Isle is home to this cabin. Presque Isle Rear Range Lighthouse and Old Presque Isle Light are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grand Lake Marina and Dodge Marine & Storage. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Presque Isle, MI

What's nearby

  • Presque Isle Rear Range Lighthouse - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Township of Presque Isle Rear Range Lighthouse Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • North Bay Beach Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Burnham's Landing - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Presque Isle Old Lighthouse Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sand Bay Trading Co & Woody’s Grand Lake - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daily Limit - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Portage - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grand Lake Daily Limit - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Michigan Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Northern Michigan Hideaway?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northern Michigan Hideaway on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$328, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Northern Michigan Hideaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Northern Michigan Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northern Michigan Hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northern Michigan Hideaway located?

Situated in Presque Isle, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Huron, Presque Isle Rear Range Lighthouse and Township of Presque Isle Rear Range Lighthouse Park. Burnham's Landing and North Bay Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Perfect location very pleasant place

We were pleasantly surprised by how clean and comfortable the house is. Very nice, would love to stay again sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the trip and staying in our little house. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great stay

Place was very clean and quiet. Check in was a breeze, would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and many amenities that most stays do not include.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer F.

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

Peaceful

We had a relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jan

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

Northern Getaway

comfortable and clean. would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Very clean home with all amenities.

My wife, daughter, and I stayed 7 nights. The house was very clean and had all the amenities of home. Definitely plan to stay here again when we come back to Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Charming cottage

We had a very nice time at this charming cottage! It was decorated nicely and very clean and in a great area for sight seeing,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Thanks again Diane, we're happy you had a good time visiting Presque Isle.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Y.

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

Hidden Gem!!

Warm and cozy place up north!! Quiet and close to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
Thank you so much! We appreciate the compliment and glad you loved it as much as we do.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful the yard and everything was kept very clean and nice. The check in process was a breeze. We will be staying here in the future! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Nice place

Very mice and clean but bathrooms could use some updates.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Up North

Nice comfortable, clean, quiet spot. Great place to watch the stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Glad you enjoyed the house as much as we do!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Great off the grid getaway.

Everything was exactly as described. Peter made things very easy. The property was great. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again if in the area or recommend to someone else.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

Beautiful place in a beautiful town!

The property was beautiful, very clean and nicely decorated, with all the amenities you would expect - and more! The addition of the gas grill outside really took it up a notch too. We did all the outdoor summer activities we could find, and it was very nice to come back to such a beautiful and comfortable home at the end of the day to rest up!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Thank you Angela, we're happy you liked the grill. It's one of our favorite features of our house due to the modest kitchen. We couldn't agree more about how beautiful the area is.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna F.

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

Up north beauty

We rented for a wedding. The hosts were so nice and let us check in 2 hours early so that we could change prior to the wedding. House was exactly as described. It was quiet and relaxing for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
So glad it worked out for you and that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

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

Comfortable, Clean, and Cozy

While traveling for work in the area, my co-workers and I stayed here and it was a wonderful place to relax each day after working. The home was clean and cozy and the beds were comfortable! We were able to check out the lighthouses which were very close by and found the surrounding location to be very scenic and relaxing. The home was exactly as described in the listing and I would recommend to others to check it out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
Thanks for choosing our place and the great feedback. We truly appreciate your business.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Perfect Hide-a-way

We enjoyed our stay and the property itself. It's the perfect hide-a-way because there is no cell coverage. Very peaceful. And the place is immaculate. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Thanks for the kind words Bob, glad you had a great trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Little Piece of Paradise

Very clean and well equipped. Beds and other furnishings were especially comfy. I loved the nautical décor; it inspired me to up my nautical theme at home! The stargazing at night was spectacular! This is a very peaceful, cozy, retreat with many amenities to enjoy in the surrounding area. I had a wonderful time, and I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
So glad you had a good experience and that you enjoyed our cabin as much as we do!
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy S.

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

Presque Isle

Loved the location, great for two couples to unplug & unwind for the weekend! We thought there would be a fire pit and there wasn't, otherwise loved the privacy with a great deck and grill to use. Beds were very comfortable. We loved no service but had wifi for what we needed. It was a great escape for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S.

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

Birthday Celebration

We rented this home to celebrate our sister’s 75th because she’s always loved Lake Huron, and this property is very close. The home was very nice and clean, with updated appliances and terrific bedroom and washroom spaces. The property owner was very good with communication and promptly answered any questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Beautiful remote cottage.

I only stayed for one night for a family memorial in Posen. But I really enjoyed the cottage. The only thing I can say is there is no cell service from the house.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Lovely home in sleepy Presque Isle

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely, nicely decorated home that’s just a short bike ride away from the Presque Isle, MI harbor marina. It’s a nice spot to get away from the noise. There is no tv or cellphone reception, but there is wi-fi internet reception. Lovely deck to read a book. Had a great bike ride from Rogers City north to Hoeft State Park and back. Communication with the owner was wonderful. Hopefully we will be back:)
Stayed 37 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck V.

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

Peaceful Getaway

This property is accurately represented in the listing. It is a clean, quiet house in a beautiful area. Plenty of space and adequate provisions. The only negative thing I have to say is that there is no cell or internet service which made communicating with other members of our party and our dog sitter at home with our sick dog very difficult. If you’re looking for a place to relax and unplug, this is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Lovely home in Presque Isle

Lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Presque Isle Cottage

Beautiful area. Nice cottage for a getting away from it all. Took a day to get used to no cell service at cottage - Only a short walk or drive to find it - but once I adjusted and the people at home understood. It was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Peter Bagwell

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We grew up in Southeast Michigan and always wanted a cabin 'up-north' in Michigan. Even though we now live out of state, we are happy to have this little place to enjoy the beautiful Michigan summers with family and friends. We also come up in the winter for a change of pace and to relax.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property because it is close to the water, fairly secluded, but within an hour of everything we need. It also reminds us of what 'Up-North' was like as kids - plenty of woods, beaches to explore and as quiet as you can get.

What makes this property unique

The interior has a nautical 'cabin' feel with many updated furnishings and comfortable linens. This is definitely the more undeveloped side of the state, giving guests a more natural and rustic experience with the luxury of a comfortable place to come home to. Its very quiet here despite being in an active neighborhood. The area is also known to be very safe and the locals are friendly.

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