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Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Snow and ski sports
Living area
Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Presque Isle, MI
  • Place, Beach House Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lotus Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Bunk Beds

Primary

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm

CAMP WINDY DOCK

SLEEPS: 8 adults and 2 Kids comfortably
BEDROOMS: 4 (5 Memorial Day Weekend thru Early October)
BATHROOMS: 2 (Additional half bath Memorial Day Weekend thru Early October)
*LAKEFRONT- ON ALL SPORTS GRAND LAKE
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*HOT TUB !
*OPEN YEAR ROUND
*Quiet time 11pm - 8:00pm
*Surveillance cameras on site

Welcome to Camp Windy Dock on Grand Lake in Presque Isle, Michigan! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath log cabin with an adjacent bunkhouse offers 2800 sq ft of lodge-style living space, perfect for families. Whether you choose to relax by the lake or explore the beauty of Grand Lake, Lake Huron, or the Sunrise Coast, you'll experience breathtaking views and unforgettable moments in a part of Michigan that few have discovered. It's the perfect getaway for those seeking adventure and tranquility.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: There is not air conditioning but has ceiling fans.

ATV's: Not on property

Animals: Raccoons, deer, coyote, and bear

Bathrooms:
Main House-
Bathroom 1- Tub/shower, toilet, sink
Bathroom 2- Shower, toilet, sink

Bunkhouse(Available Memorial Day thru 1st Weekend in October)-
Bathroom - Toilet, sink

Beach/Swimming: Yes, you can swim from property, the beachfront is rocky

Bedroom Configurations:
Main House-
Primary Bedroom(Up 4 steps)- Queen Bed
Loft(Through primary bedroom up steps)- 2 Bunkbeds with TV(Roku Stick) and Sega Genesis!
Second Bedroom- Queen Bed
Third Bedroom- Queen Bed

Bunkhouse(Available Memorial Day thru 1st weekend in October)-Full/Twin Bunk -Has a 40" TV with DVD player(No internet)

Boats: 2 Adult and 2 child sit on Kayaks

Boat Launch: Fletcher-Gilchrist Park 5 mins(3.2 miles)

Cable: No traditional cable but TV's are equipped with Roku Sticks

Cell Phone Service: Most Major providers work well in the area

Coffee Maker: French Press, Keurig combo, and pour over

Distances:
Old & New Presque Isle Lighthouses: 10 minutes (5.6 miles)
Thompson Harbor State Park: 14 minutes (7.4 miles)
Besser Natural Area Preserve: 15 minutes (8.1 miles)
Ocqueoc Falls: 32 minutes (30 miles)
Mackinac City: 1 hr 22 min (75 miles)

Dock: 60 ft. w/ double platform at the end. Dock available Memorial Day through Early October.

Drinking Water: Well water, it is tested. Some might prefer bottled drinking water.

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Yes, wood burning stove. Please bring your own wood.

Fire-pit: Yes. Please bring your own wood.

Fishing: Perch, Walleye, Pike, Small Mouth & Large Mouth Bass

Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Golf: Rogers City Country Club: 16 minutes (13.7 miles)

Grill: There is a Weber propane grill, & a charcoal start grill (Charcoal provided)

Grocery Store:
Birch Hill is 4 minutes away (2.3 miles), but closes between 6:00 & 7:00 PM.
Family Fare in Roger City 18 miles (22 min)
There is also a Meijer in Alpena 32 minutes away(22.8 miles), perfect for stopping on your way to the property!

Handicap Friendly: There are no additional features to make this property handicap friendly.

Heat: Radiant and forced air heating is used at this location.

Hot Tub: 7 person salt water hot tub just added!

Hunting: Hunting is not allowed on the property

Internet/WIFI: Spectrum WiFi, 300MBPS

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: 4 cars & a trailer

Pets: This property is not pet-friendly.

Privacy: There are full time neighbors right next door.

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
* Presque Isle County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: About 5-10 miles (direct access to local trails).
* Cheboygan County Trails
Distance: Approximately 15-20 miles
* Thunder Bay Trails
Distance: Roughly 20-25 miles

Space: 2800+ Sq ft

Seniors: Seniors are welcome!

Televisions: There is a 40" TV in the loft, and a 50" TV in the living room. Both TV's have a Roku Stick for streaming.
The Bunkhouse(Available Memorial Day thru 1st Weekend in October)- 40" TV with DVD player(No internet)

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes!

Winter Activities:
*Snowmobiling
Distance: Direct access (Presque Isle County snowmobile trails within 5-10 miles).
*Cross-Country Skiing
Distance: 10-15 miles (local trails in Presque Isle County or Pigeon River Country State Forest).
*Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles (local lakes like Grand Lake and Black Lake).
*Downhill Skiing
Distance: 40-45 miles to Nub's Nob Ski Resort or Boyne Highlands Resort.
*Winter Hiking/Snowshoeing
Distance: 10-15 miles (trails in Onaway State Park and surrounding areas).

Wood: Not provided.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

About the area

Presque Isle

Located in Presque Isle, this cabin is on the waterfront. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Presque Isle, MI

What's nearby

  • Beach House Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Grand Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fletcher-Gilchrist Park - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lotus Lake - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Grand Lake Marina - 9 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sand Bay Trading Co & Woody’s Grand Lake - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Daily Limit - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Portage - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grand Lake Daily Limit - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ida Mae's Portage Deli - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Camp Windy Dock: Enjoy the Crisp Fall Air and Lakeside Charm located?

This family-friendly Presque Isle cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Beach House Park, Grand Lake and Thompson's Harbor State Park. Presque Isle District Library and Burnham's Landing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

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Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business almost 20 years ago with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.

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