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Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, and a body of water.
A compact RV kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a small seating area with a cushion.
A rustic cabin with a porch, surrounded by tall trees and a clear blue sky.
A dirt path leading to a row of cabins with a picnic table nearby.
A rustic cabin with a porch, a small deck, and a covered outdoor area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
At the waterfront, this cottage features water views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. It accommodates 2 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Adventure seekers can enjoy activities like snorkeling and skiing, while golf options are nearby. The property is pet-friendly and located near Au Train Beach and Scott Falls.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby

    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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AuTrain, MI
  • Place, Au Train Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Munising Falls
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls

Conveniently located in the heart of the upper peninsula just minutes from Pictured Rocks, Lake Superior, dozens of waterfalls and endless outdoor activities and adventures. AuTrain River Cottages are located in a private association that is quiet and beautiful. There is about a 100 yards of river frontage to enjoy and relax next to. Cottages are pet friendly and range from one bedroom to 3 bedrooms and can accommodate from one to 8 guests. Each Cottage has all amenities included like WiFi, towels, linens, blankets, pillows and cooking supplies. Included in your stay is a gas grill with propane, paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap, as well as coffee filters for our regular drip coffee maker. We don't provide toiletries.

There is a fire-pit area for guests to enjoy a fire w/a view of the river and wood can be purchased locally. Also included one free standard kayak rental from Da Ya Shak. Launching of the canoe is on site and shuttle service is available. Additional kayaks are available for rent.

The Cedar Cottage was my first cottage, I completely updated the interior and exterior of this place in 2009. It is perfectly setup for couples. The kitchen is fully stocked, there is A/C, WiFi and there is a 32" TV where you can sign into your own streaming service or free streaming included with the TV. The bedroom has a pillowtop Queen which is very comfortable. Overall, it has tons of character as the walls are all original pine from the 1940's and overall has that UP feel. I have been told it's "very cabiny", cozy and cute.... Lounge on the deck, or down by the river! It is my most popular cottage among the 7 available.

The AuTrain River provides excellent swimming, and canoeing/kayaking as it winds 12 miles through the Hiawatha National Forest. Further down river puts you into Lake Superior and quite possibly the best beach on all of Lake Superior. Up river is the beautiful AuTrain Lake which provides a wonderful place to enjoy water sports, fishing or just a relaxing cruise. Bass, Walleye or Pike are your most commonly fished.

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore located in Munising is only 15 minutes away and there are over a dozen waterfalls within a 30 mile radius. The National Lakeshore provides days worth of outdoor activities. If you are into fishing, Trout and Salmon are the most commonly fished in Lake Superior.

I have seen nearly everything in this area and am a great resource during your stay.

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This cottage is 100 % smoke free of any kind. A $150.00 fee will be assessed for smoking inside the cottage.

Quiet time is strictly enforced 10 pm - 8 am. Complaint of violation will result in dismissal from the property. No refunds, no exceptions.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 682873vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Au Train

Located in Au Train, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alger County Fairgrounds and Eagle Falls Adventure Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging, ice skating and snowmobiling.
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AuTrain, MI

What's nearby

  • Au Train Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Island - 18 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Munising Falls - 21 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Sand Point Beach - 25 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 28 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Brownstone Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Au Train Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage #2 on AuTrain River Near Lake Superior Beach, Pictured Rocks, Waterfalls located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Hiawatha National Forest and Au Train Lake. Au Train Beach and Lake Superior are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 114 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin great fishing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a cute cabin! Definitely rustic but was clean and cozy. We loved the proximity to the beach and is a great place to stay if visiting the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great little cottage, we have enjoyed it ever time we've stayed there. The hosts run a local kayak rental place, be sure to check it out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was nice and clean . There's a couple things that bothered me and one was the front door. Second was a lumpy bed and there was a few more gnats then I liked. It was a beautiful location and close to sites and things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cozy cabin, pet friendly and perfect for a nice peaceful get away in the UP.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only thing that bummed us out was that there were no darts for the dart board, I was excited for that. Otherwise day 1 we didn't have water but they worked with us and allowed us to shower, then fixed it the next day. Absolutely amazing spot and loved the views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for my pups and myself! Clean, had everything I needed and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy to find. Cory our host was very helpful. No complaints.

We enjoyed our stay, it was close by everyplace we wanted to see.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. The location was very quiet and extremely peaceful. The Au Train river was beautiful and perfect for kayaking. We would definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very cute little cottage- just as described. Cottage was very clean and our host was super helpful! We were there celebrating our 40th Anniversary, this suited us perfectly. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!!

Good location. Very quiet area hidden and very dark at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin is small, but efficiently arranged with everything you need. The bed is comfortable and the hot water in the shower is amazing! And the neighborhood is quiet and scenic, just a short drive to numerous restaurants and things to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

Great location, and the cabin was clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waterfalls and hikes

Lots of hikes and waterfalls! A pictured rocks boat cruise. Wine and sunset on the beach!! Great time and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly what we needed and expected. Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Au Train

Cottage fit our needs and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Honeymoon

Cabin was what we expected. Lots to do in the area by day and quiet at night. Happy with our visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Perfect little cabin for a long weekend. Access to the Munising area and hiking is very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and Quiet

Lovely stay at a cabin near a river and a Great Lake. Clean, quiet, and comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

This was a nice little cottage. Conviently located to lots of interesting places. Especially enjoyed sitting on the porch during a rain storm. Charming place. Nice shower comfy bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and well located

It was perfect for a getaway with my fiance. Really UP feel. Nothing fancy, which is just what we were looking for. Perfectly located! Highly recommended place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A Quiet Escape

My partner and I took our dog up to Au Train for the weekend, this cabin was reasonably priced, small and cute, and honestly it was quite pleasantly an unbothered experience. Location is super great for all of the scenic trails and overlooks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cedar Cabin

Location was perfect to launch our watercraft and float the Au Train River and take out less than a mile hike from the cabin. Small cozy cabin perfect for two persons.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Long weekend fun

We were very Impressed with the visitation book. It was very thorough, with QR codes for places to eat, all the falls, information with options of what to do.It helped us plan our stay.The location was very peaceful and about 20 minutes from Musing.We loved that we were able to bring our fur baby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cabin

We enjoyed our stay in this little charming cabin, rustic, but with all the amenities of a modern place. The place could have been a bit cleaner, but didn’t impact the enjoyment of being there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cory Cole

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Plain and simply, I am a Yooper. I live locally year round and am a wealth of knowledge when it comes to exploring our area. I graduated high school and college here and I am an avid outdoors-man, I camp, hike, bike, kayak, ski, snowshoe, ATV, motorcycle, snowmobile and Jeep nearly the entire U.P. and if you have heard of it, chances are I've been there, or done that. I also know some places 'slightly off the radar' if you are looking to get away from the tourist areas. Just ask, I'll be happy to give you advice.

Why they chose this property

I was a transplant to this area during high school years ago and left then came back. I couldn't stay away forever, this area is unlike any other. Sure there are beautiful places all over the country, but no matter where you are from, this place is special beyond words... This cottage is part of a private association with it's own river frontage. The property is the best on the river, it has a beautiful view, clean water with sandy bottom and plenty of space to relax. There are 10 cottages on this property (it was an old resort) I own/manage 7 of them for vacation rentals. I purchased these cottages with the intention of providing people a great place to stay, and the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful area. Overall, if someone doesn't enjoy staying here, it would be a first.

What makes this property unique

It is within 2 minutes of Lake Superior, one of the best beaches in all of Michigan, 15 minutes from Munising and the Pictured Rocks, dozens of waterfalls, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, biking trails and ATV/snowmobiling trails.(all available right from the cottage doorstep). AuTrain lake is accessible by boat right from the cottages and has tons of recreational opportunities.

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English, Spanish

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