The Shadow Trails Inn- 'The Lodge' on Walloon Lake

7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12465 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Walloon Lake, MI

Deer Lake15 min drive
Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark17 min drive
Boyne Mountain19 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)48 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

The historic Shadow Trails Inn, or "the Lodge" as it is known locally,, is great family destination..

6 big bedrooms.
1st floor Master suite
Eat in kitchen, Thermador / GE appliances
Dining room with fieldstone fireplace
Large flat lawn
170 ‘ of private lake frontage
Large dock can handle any size boat or pontoon
House is 50 ‘ from water’s edge, with three steps to the water
AC on second floor and in first floor Master Bedroom

Every room has a view of the lake !

Great location,
Boat or drive to Walloon Village
Close to Boyne City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Bay Harbor

Originally built in 1908, this rustic red pine log home played a significant role as one of Walloon Lake's earliest fishing lodges. The Lodge is a featured landmark on historic section maps that continue to be reproduced today. It is one the last remaining authentic landmarks from early Walloon and the time of Hemingway.

The Lodge has hosted and entertained vacationing families for more than 100 years.

If you have questions about the Lodge, Walloon Lake, or Northern Michigan, please feel free to call or email anytime,
davidnrentschler@aol.com

Keywords: Family reunions, historic, Lakefront, authentic, romantic

Property manager

David Rentschler

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Do not move furniture without permission. No food or drink in the second floor.

Absolutely no pets and no price reductions.

No guests allowed beyond the amount represented on the reservations

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Boyne City

Located in Boyne City, this holiday home is on a lake. Little Traverse History Museum and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boyne Mountain and Mackinaw Trail Winery. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.

Walloon Lake, MI

What's nearby

Deer Lake - 15 min drive
Odawa Casino - 17 min drive
Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 17 min drive
Boyne Mountain - 19 min drive
Lavender Hill Farm - 25 min drive

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

Stiggs Brewery & Kitchen - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Burnt Marshmallow Brewstillery & Rudbeckia Winery - 26 min drive
Lake Charlevoix Brewing Co. Boyne City Tap Room - 9 min drive
Cafe Sante - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shadow Trails Inn- 'The Lodge' on Walloon Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shadow Trails Inn- 'The Lodge' on Walloon Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shadow Trails Inn- 'The Lodge' on Walloon Lake?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Shadow Trails Inn- 'The Lodge' on Walloon Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Bear River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Charlevoix and Peninsula Beach. Young State Park and Mackinaw Trail Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

13 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful home on the water

The Lodge is the perfect gathering spot for family and friends. Well-appointed and spacious. Highly Recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Joan G., wilmington NC

30 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

A Week at the Lake

Spacious for our family of 12. Kitchen and baths need some updating and cleaning. Pots and pans were scarce and needed constant tending. Scorched easily, even at lower temps. Grounds, dock and parking were a 10. We had a pontoon boat for three days and all enjoyed the experience greatly. Kayaks and canoes were used by the younger cousins and by the time we left, all were proficient sailors. Bedrooms were spacious. Again, found the mattress pads dingy, blankets and bedspreads questionable. As for the bath, in fact, all doors squeaky and rarely easily secured. Toilets, sinks and showers worked and drained well. Three, actually 2 upstairs baths were a challenging for the numbers who had to use them morning and night. All that being said, everyone said they loved their week on Shadow Trail Lodge. Tried to contact property manager, left voice mail regarding the check out procedure. No response

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

16 July 2023

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

Perfect family vacation

The Lodge was the perfect place to spend a week with my wife, three daughters and their family's. In total there were eleven of us, each of us having a very comfortable bedroom arrangement. The property was very well maintained, clean, and comfortable. The location was superb, three miles from Walloon Village. The views of the lake were exceptional, easy access to the water, dock and water toys. Definitely give this property a perfect 5 star rating.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan T., Austin, TX USA

26 June 2023

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

Fantastic property and hospitality

Our family loved the Lodge and had a fantastic trip. The property is wonderful and the lodge has the charm of a classic historical log home combined with all of the modern comforts of modern appliances, ample kitchen supplies, a/c, etc. We enjoyed the sandy bottom swimming area and docked our boat for easy access to boat rides. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddleboard as well. The host and the property caretaker were very helpful and responsive to our questions and we highly recommend renting this property for larger groups / extended family vacation. We will plan to be back again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nanette B.

12 Sept 2022

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

Another good time!

The Lodge is a special place. This year we especially appreciated the location - It's a quiet spot, protected from some of the weather that blew through. Thanks for another great vacation on Walloon!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by David Rentschler

I am fourth generation at Walloon Lake and have lived here seasonally, summers and winters, for 59 years. Four years ago, I liked it so much I became a year round resident.!

I love the history and traditions of Walloon, which inevitably are about the great experiences and memories created and shared with family and friends.

My two older brothers and younger sister reunite with our families every summer and mix old memories with new. The photo above, is a 1952 Chris Craft Utility 22, which my grandfather Bud Parrish purchased new. It's a perfect compliment to the timeless warmth and authenticity of the Lodge.

Why they chose this property

Everyone knows the Shadow Trails Inn!! The Inn. Originally constructed as a Fishing Lodge in 1909, the Lodge has hosted families from across the US. for more than 100 years.

It was serving guests when Ernest Hemingway lived and fished on Walloon as a boy. It served public dinners in the old dining hall ( since removed) to my mother as a child and later my parents and their friends. When I was a teenager, The Inn hosted water ski tournaments and I'd spend the day on the shore with hundreds of others waiting my turn to crash and splash.

The Inn has had only a handful of owners, and when the opportunity arose to purchase, I jumped on it and have spent the last 6 years updating and improving the Lodge experience.

What makes this property unique

The Shadow Trails Inn has these great family features:

Location- Most winds on Walloon are N/NW. The lodge faces east and is shielded by a dense forest of mature Michigan pines. The lack of strong wind makes it possible to swim, kayak, canoe , tube, boat or just relax in the protected outdoor calm all day long.

Lake bottom- sandy til the end of the dock

Lot- wide, and flat, ideal for outdoor activities and family fun.

Proximity to lake- The Lodge is only 50 feet from water's edge, well inside modern setbacks. There are steps leading from the flagstone patio to the water.

Bedrooms- every bedroom has a lake view ! Every bedroom is oversized, big. No fighting over who gets the better room !!

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