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Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind.

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Exterior
Lake
Exterior
Living room
Lake view from fire pit

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Levering, MI
  • Place, Lancaster Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Roberts Family Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Judson Pike Marsh Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Guest Cottage

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind.

Our beautiful log cabin sits on northern Michigan's Lancaster Lake, just 15 minutes from the Mackinac Bridge. The lake is 55 acres, perfect for family recreation but without boat traffic.

NOTE: PLEASE EMAIL OWNER BEFORE BOOKING FOR CLEARANCE ON DATE. We require 24 hours between renters to assure proper cleaning and sanitizing.


The property includes 150 feet of natural shoreline,, and sits on 1.5 acres. It's the perfect setting for a quiet, relaxing vacation. Lancaster Lake is great for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. (Canoe, kayak and row boat provided.)

This is your chance to unwind and unplug from the daily grind -- no internet or cable TV to bother you. We have purposely chosen not to provide TV-Internet. Cell phones pick up news and information if needed. You can use your cell phone as a hotspot to access streaming services with your FireStick or similar device.


The log home sleeps five comfortably. One bedroom on the main floor (queen bed); 2nd bedroom on second floor (three twin beds). Full bath on main, half bath in upstairs bedroom. Fully equipped kitchen meets all your cooking needs; refrigerator/freezer, gas range, double sink, microwave, coffee pot, full size washer and dryer, gas forced air furnace. No air conditioning. Comfortable furnishings and lots of charm. Fire pit with wood provided, dock, large wrap-around deck, big yard. Quiet and peaceful; frogs, loons, geese, ducks, herons, otters, waterlilies and sunsets!

Additional guest cottage available to families needing an additional sleeping spot. The Guest Cottage is a private sleeping space with its own deck. Located just steps away from the main house, newly finished with queen bed, chairs, dresser and ceiling fan. No running water, must use main house bathrooms. Rental rate is an additional $25 per night, plus additional cleaning fee of $25. Contact owner if interested.

Loads of fun attractions are just minutes away and include: Mackinac Island, Lake Michigan sand dunes, light houses, golf, historic Fort Mackinaw, and quaint towns like Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix and Cross Village give everyone something to do! Nearby farms offer cherry picking and wineries. Cheboygan is just 15 miles to the east and has shopping and weekly band concerts and farmers' market twice a week. Close to I-75.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adult supervision required on dock and boats.
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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
No firearms on the property. No smoking anywhere on property.
Garbage should be bagged and placed in bin at end of drive upon departure.
Outdoor chair cushions should be stored in deck box during rain and when you leave.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Levering

Located in Levering, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Roberts Family Nature Preserve, while Cheboygan Opera House and Mackinaw Bridge Museum are cultural highlights. Cheboiganing Preserve and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Levering, MI

What's nearby

  • Lancaster Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Roberts Family Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Judson Pike Marsh Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 19 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hoppie's Landing - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Douglas Lake Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Pellston Market - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Small Town Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Carters Classic Coney - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, lakeside cabin near Mackinac -- perfect place to rest and unwind. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lancaster Lake, Roberts Family Nature Preserve and Judson Pike Marsh Nature Preserve. Vincent Lake and Douglas Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciated the great communication and availability of the host. The lake campfire and board games were the favorite parts of the stay. The house was very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin lived up to its description, absolutely peaceful location! We loved how close it was to Mackinaw City and Island! I loved sitting outside on the deck to watch the sunsets, read, drink coffee, or enjoy a meal. Perfect size for me and my husband and two young adult children. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy B.

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

Cute cabin

This was a nice cabin. Loved all the supplies they left. There was plenty of paper supplies for the bathrooms and paper towels. They have thought of everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful and the location was great. Close enough to areas like Cheboygan and Mackinac but tucked away from the tourist-y areas in a very peaceful setting. We met one of the neighbors and they were great and very welcoming. We caught a lot of fish in the lake. The cabin had everything we could have needed, more than any other rental I've ever stayed in. They thought of everything! The hosts were great and welcoming and wanted to ensure we enjoyed our stay. The cabin was perfect for my 3 and 1 year old boys, they had a blast and my 3 year old did not want to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles h.

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

Enjoyed my stay

Enjoyed the lake and the cabin/cottage was good
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely location about 15min from Mackinaw City. We spent the first day on Mackinac, but the next day it was pouring rain and cold. The cabin was so cozy and well-stocked with games, a simple, easy-to-manage tv setup, lots of great dvds, and a great puzzle table facing the lake. It was perfect for relaxing on a rainy day. They have a nice fire pit and dock, and a neighbor offered us his fishing pole and extra grubs so my kids could try out catfishing. The kitchen was well-thought out and even had decent knives, something I’ve come to expect will be crummy at rentals; I usually bring one of mine from home. The pics were accurate to what we stepped into. The host communicated quickly with any issues we had, and was very accommodating, and we really enjoyed our stay and were sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik G.

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

Great location

This property was perfect for our family of 4. The lake was great and the location was perfect for a day trip to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Really Fun Cabin

This was me and my husband’s second time coming to this cabin, and we absolutely love it. The lake is so quiet and peaceful, and it has the best sunset/sunrises. Hoping to make this our annual fall trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

Nice Cabin

Nice cabin on a pretty little lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Wonderful trip!

We enjoyed staying at your cabin! So cute and quaint! We took day trips to Petoskey, Mackinac Island and Pictured Rocks while there! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet oasis

We had a wonderful time! Peaceful quiet cabin with so much to take in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Weekend away

Loved the property. The cabin was very cozy, spacious and clean. The deck space was amazing, and where we spent most of our time. Also, a quick drive to Mackinac (about 15 min) which was great!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth I.

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

BAill88

It was a beautiful setting and a perfect base for our outings to Mackinaw and Cheboygan! The cabin was extremely clean and cozy!! I felt it was even better than the pictures in the listing! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return sometime next summer for a longer stay and hopefully better weather to enjoy the lake and some boating!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Relaxation

The lily pad was very relaxing! We really enjoyed the cabin and the atmosphere. Veronica, the host wast very easy to ask questions to and very quick to respond! The property was very clean and overall quiet. Tons of games and activities to be able to do or just relaxing on the deck. We definitely want to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

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

Relaxing

very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

Comfortable Cabin

I'm so happy we chose this cabin for our vacation to North Michigan. It was very clean, comfortable and was well equipped with everything we needed during our stay. We spent some time fishing everyday off the dock and enjoyed the kayaks and canoe which were provided. Witnessed one of the most beautiful, colorful sunsets I've ever seen over the lake one evening. It was an easy drive to Cheboygan to purchase any supplies we needed. I would consider booking here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Serene Lake Getaway

This was a well laid out and equipped cabin right on a nice lake with kayaks, a canoe and row boat. We had a blast hanging out and unplugging for a week!! Close to the UP and many cool partial day outings. It did not have a dishwasher and air conditioning but it was cool enough at nights to get things comfortable when it was warm inside during the afternoon/evenings. Over all a wonderful stay, so many memories made including the first fish caught for my boys!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Troy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ok stay

Bathrooms are small, the hammock outside was the neighbors. It has only one big bed and three very tiny beds upstairs. Neighbors houses was way to close, not very secluded. Otherwise decent little place. I would not stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

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

A Perfect Little Get-Away!

This cabin is spectacular! What you see in these photos are exactly what you get. We arrived (family of 4) and almost immediately got on the water with a few SUP boards that we brought with us. The lake is a good sized lake. Maybe half a dozen or so residents on the lake but spaced out enough where you're not on top of one another. We didn't use the guesthouse, or the fire pit while we were there. The beds were cozy. The kitchen was perfectly sized where it didn't take up half of the living area. Beautiful sunsets across the lake with a small family of loons on the water. THe fishing was fun. Pan fish off the dock. You're about 20 minutes to Mackinaw City. So expect to drive a distance for groceries, gas, wine, etc. But that's what we were looking for! Off the grid, peace and quiet. Getting a signal is a little spotty we came to realize in most of upper MI and the UP. The best signal we go was in the middle of the lake. Nights were filled with chess, puzzles, and a large selection of family friendly movies (all provided). Veronica was a pleasure to work with. She would respond to all messages within 5-10 minutes max. The place is pretty easy to find. The cabin is gorgeous! The lake is wonderful. Not much of a beach, but jumping off the dock and swimming alongside the paddle boards was a blast. The had a couple of cane poles you can use in the garage. We picked up a visitor's fishing license in town. If you're looking for quite comfort, you've found it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Quiet and Outdoorsy

Beautiful lakeside cabin secluded from neighbors. Convenient to Mackinac Island. Comfortable, cozy and clean. Be advised fireplace not working.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Quiet and comfortable!

Great place, looks exactly like the listing. Spent our days traveling around the area, nights playing games in the quiet without interruption of tv or internet! Comfy bed and very clean. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

chip t.

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

Quiet and Peaceful

The Lillypad was a great leaping off point to Mackinac Island and pictured rocks up in the UP. Was a wonderful little house and small guest cottage that fit us perfectly was very clean had all the amenities you would need for cooking and such and the lake was nice to especially with the provided kayaks and canoes for use. There is also a wonderful fire pit with plenty of wood for use. Veronica was great to work with, responded fast, and was very kind. Wi-Fi would be the only addition I would suggest due to the very spotty cell service in that area even for Verizon which I was typically only on one bar most of the time. We had a great time and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Wonderful stay

Quiet, peaceful, northern michigan beautiful..
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Family Reunion

We couldn't have asked for a better cottage for our stay. It's a nice quiet location and we loved listening to the loons in the morning and evenings. The house offered the perfect accommodations and was well furnished, clean and well stocked. Thank you to the Wright's for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Beautiful place!

The pictures really don’t do this place justice! The cabin is super cute and very spacious. Then you go outside and you have the best view of the lake! My family and I enjoyed spending lots of time outside fishing and just enjoying the peacefulness. And only 20 minutes from the ferry to Mackinac Island! 10/10 recommend! Thank you Veronica!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Veronica Wright

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Hello! Welcome to The Lancaster Water Lily -- we purchased the property in 2018 and have enjoyed sharing this lovely place with many families and a truly wonderful northern Michigan experience.

I (Veronica) was born and raised in the Detroit area. I graduated from Grosse Pointe South High and attended MSU. My husband, Randy, and I met while counselors at Camp Walden - just a few minutes SE of Cheboygan.

We now live in Omaha, Nebraska. Randy is an attorney. I taught school and stayed home with our four children. They're all grown and married now and we have 7 grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

We had always wanted to have a cottage and northern Michigan holds special memories for us. We love sharing this special place with you. Our hope is that your family will find that a stay at the Water Lily will bring your family together in a new and relaxing environment. Enjoy the time together to play games, use the boats and see the many sites northern Michigan offers.

What makes this property unique

The Lancaster Water Lily has a special, quintessential cabin feel. Completely made of rough hewn logs, it boasts a rock fireplace and vaulted ceilings that add loads of charm. It is comfortable yet rustic. The lake views are inspiring and peaceful, the feeling is uniquely Michigan.
You won't find a better place to vacation.

Welcome to Northern Michigan!
Randy and Veronica Wright

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