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Kendall's Northern Retreat

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A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a window with teal curtains, and three wall-mounted pictures.
A narrow hallway with black curtains on both sides, a wooden floor, and a ceiling light.
A living room with a dark grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a wall-mounted shelf with a lamp.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a built-in oven, and a gas stove.
A single-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a garage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 10 guests with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Families can enjoy nearby hiking, biking, birdwatching, and parasailing activities. Experience adventure and create lasting memories in this ideal setting.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Straits State Park
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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St. Ignace, MI
  • Place, Straits State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bridge View Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Ignace Golf and Country Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kendall's Northern Retreat

You will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located but private getaway. You'll be minutes away from the lake, Bridge, downtown, parks, ferries, restaurants, stores and a major trailhead. There is a great view of Mackinac Island from the end of the driveway. This large, family-friendly retreat will help you relax so you can focus on making those lasting memories during your stay. For the winter guests, please follow Straits Area Snowmobile Club on FB for trail conditions.

There are 2 bedrooms, each with a queen size bed. Then there is a large room with curtained off sleeping areas, currently (the goal is to make it into separate bedrooms down the road). One of the areas has a king size bed and the other has twin bunk beds with an additional twin bed. There is a queen size air mattress and a pack and play that can be set up in any of the rooms. There is plenty of parking on site, a nice yard and fire pit. The ceilings are about 7' in height, which is about a foot shorter than normal ceilings. The bathroom ceilings in the shower area are shorter still, about 6'6" high.

Please note that there is only one air conditioning unit in the front end of the house.

We joined VRBO in September 2025 but have been hosting on the "other" platform since May 2024.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place all USED bedding and towels/washcloths in hallway outside laundry room. Please use the blue laundry basket for any wet linens.
Turn off fans and AC. Log out of all streaming services you used on the TV. Turn the thermostat down to 55 degrees. Double-check the far back door. This unlocks once opened.
Please leave a comment or two in our Visitor Guest Book. Share your favorite memories from your stay or recommend local activities or businesses you enjoyed. Please let us know when you've checked out
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-25-022
Property # 4794632vb
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

About the area

St Ignace

St Ignace is home to this holiday home. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace and Totem Village. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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St. Ignace, MI

What's nearby

  • Straits State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bridge View Park - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • St. Ignace Golf and Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Museum of Ojibwa Culture - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • Mary's Bistro Draught House
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • Jockey Club
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kendall's Northern Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kendall's Northern Retreat?

As of 28 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kendall's Northern Retreat on 24 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,218, 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 Kendall's Northern Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kendall's Northern Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kendall's Northern Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kendall's Northern Retreat located?

This family-friendly St Ignace holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Huron and Straits State Park. Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace and St. Ignace Golf and Country Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Chris Kendall

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We want to share a little background on this area and what it means for us. Chris and Tressa have been through this area countless times when we were growing up, visiting family in Michigan from our home in Wisconsin. As teenagers (16 & 14), we made a trip on our own (don't tell social services) and went out to the island on our way. Fast forward to when we were adults with families of our own. By this time, Chris was married to Lori. Our mom had passed away and we had a little bit of life insurance money left over. We racked our brains trying to determine how to use it, in a way Mom would appreciate. Among other things, Mom was prioritized family and traveling. We decided a joint family trip to Mackinaw would be the perfect way to honor our mom, especially since none of our children had ever been. We had so much fun that we made it a regular trip. That was 2012 and we have been back several times since because just love the area. At one point, we joked we should get our own place and have a permanent place to go. That idea took hold, and the place you’re staying at is the culmination of our countless trips through the area and across the Mighty Mac.

Why they chose this property

The location is great, with easy, quick access to so many things, but quiet enough and private enough to be enjoyable.

What makes this property unique

This house actually started out as a garage and shed and has been renovated and remodeled into the cozy home you see today. Our two families created this relaxing retreat because we love to vacation together in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. This home's location happens to be perfectly situated between our homes in Wisconsin and lower Michigan. It is also close to so many fun activities we enjoy in the Mackinaw City, Mackinac Island and St. Ignace areas. We hope you enjoy this home as much as we do!
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