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The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks

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Stunning lake views from the back porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets! Private dock and 12' rowboat included with rental
Embrace nature’s beauty with lake views and charming, spacious grounds! Front of cottage facing Evergreen Dr
We opened up the entryway from the kitchen/dining room area to the living area.
Bright kitchen space with classic cottage decor, perfect for family meals and gatherings! Also show entryway to bathroom and bedroom 2.
Master bedroom has an Inviting king bed with classic cottage decor and access to the serene four-season porch

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8131.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Christmas, MI
  • Place, Scott Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Train Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Island
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half bath in Bedroom 2

Toilet

Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks

Pictured Rocks Family Rentals welcomes you to The Pines! Quaint lakefront cottage on Furnace Lake. It is conveniently located right off M28 in Christmas, less than 5 miles from downtown Munising, the beginning of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. There are 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Our cottage offers 1 king bed, 1 queen bed, and 2 full beds. Come up to enjoy Pictured Rocks & numerous waterfalls in the area. Only 2 blocks from Christmas ORV/snowmobile trailhead.

Central air conditioning was added to the home on the summer of 2021. The second bedroom here is a little odd, it used to be a jacuzzi tub room. The jacuzzi tub was removed, and now there is a bed in there. The room still has a toilet and sink in it. We have added a curtain to block toilet view from bed. While it is unusual, we think it is worth keeping to have an extra lavatory for larger groups. The third bedroom is a heated 4 season porch bedroom with both a queen bed and a full bed in it. We added a tankless water heater in January 2024, now there is unlimited hot water, so nobody has to dread being the last one to take a shower :) The home has a beautiful view (especially for evening sunsets!) overlooking Furnace Lake and is very quiet and peaceful. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Included with your stay is a row boat and a couple kayaks. The red outbuilding closest to the garage has some life jackets, oars, and the kayaks in it. Up to 2 dogs are allowed with preapproval, but there is a $75 non refundable pet fee that will need to be added.

Guests have full access to the home, garage, red outbuilding next to garage, and yard. The red outbuilding near the road is not available to guests.

We live nearby if you should need anything, but will not come over unless asked to. If you have any questions or concerns, please message through the app or call me if an emergency.

The neighborhood is an area of cottages and year round homes. It is quiet and private, and quiet time is from 10 pm to 8 am. The home is within walking distance to Foggy's Steakhouse, Kewadin Casino and gas station/party store. The trailhead for area ATVs/snowmobiles is only 2 blocks away and can be ridden to from home.

-Signed rental agreement and security deposit hold required for all reservations. Primary guest will need to send a picture of government issued ID and list names and ages of all other guests in their group.
-No parties or events allowed
-Quiet time is from 10 pm to 8 am
-No smoking allowed in the home, outside and in garage is ok. Please properly dispose of butts. $250 fine for smoking inside home
-There are 2 exterior audio/video recording security devices that are on 24/7, and motion activated. One faces the entry doors going into home and the garage, while the other one faces the driveway from the corner of the porch/entry door.

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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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 dogs with a $75 nonrefundable pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside and in garage. Please

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Signed Rental Agreement Required After Booking along with ID of primary booker
There will be a security deposit hold placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure
Remaining House Rules in Rental Agreement

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Munising

Located in Munising, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Eagle Falls Adventure Golf and Alger County Fairgrounds 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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Christmas, MI

What's nearby

  • Scott Falls - 6 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Au Train Beach - 7 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Grand Island - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Maasto Hiihto Trail - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Munising Falls - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacopotamus - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dogpatch Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Muldoons Pasties & Gifts - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks on 1 May 2026 start from AU$390, 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 The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pines in Christmas - Near Pictured Rocks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hiawatha National Forest and Lake Superior. Scott Falls and Grand Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk A. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay while in the area to see picture rocks. Comfortable home for 3 adults in a very pleasant setting. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Enjoyed the quiet time however, it is a great family location as well. Hiking around the local area was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh A O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was everything we needed. The host was very responsive. We would stay again. Pet friendly was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

M J.

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

Our stay at The Pines

Had a great stay! Did a lot of fishing off the dock and took our kayaks out. Perfect place to come back to after shopping, going to the beach, boat tours and hiking!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erika N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at The Pines in Christmas, MI! It was the perfect cozy overnight stop on our trip across the UP. We only wished we could’ve stayed longer but our itinerary didn’t allow it— but we’ll be sure to come back and book this place again! It was a great set up for our family and we particularly enjoyed the living area for late night conversations, coffee (provided by host!) and breakfast at the kitchen table, and the scenic lake views with true fall colors!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

bev e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home. Very quick response from owner with our questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl Z.

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

Perfect spot for Pictured Rocks

Clean, well stocked home close to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Have already recommended it to family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Danielle was so wonderful! S’mores kit was a really cool touch!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at The Pines. This is the perfect location for adventuring in Munising. The kitchen has everything we need to make meals, and the hosts are fantastic about anticipating the extras that make our stay extra special and effortless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

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

Picturesque location

We loved staying here! Danielle made everything very easy and was responsive with any questions we had. She had great recommendations for us. The view of the lake was amazing! We highly recommend The Pines!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic trip!! Danielle was so great at communicating and every need was met! The stay was booked for a physically challenged family and Danielle was very understanding of the extra needs and she and her husband did the absolute best for us!!The cottage is amazing and feels like home! Thank you so very much for everything!!Laurie ( for Stacy, Robyn and Lisa)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

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

The Pines

This property is thoughtfully outfitted, so many surprises for the comfort of the guests. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

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

Great experience.

We enjoyed our stay. We will be going back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek F.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Highly recommend this property! Great location to take in everything the area has to offer. Bright, clean, spacious and tremendously comfortable for our family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

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

Great place to stay!

Just as described. I can see where it would be great in any season to use as a home base to explore the UP. We really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

Very clean and nice vacation stay

The property was well-maintained and there were several nice amenities. Spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danielle, the host, was absolutely wonderful to work with. She was a great communicator and answered all of our questions, including providing spot-on recommendations. The house had all the supplies we might need, comfortable beds, lots of space to spread out, and beautiful views over the lake. This was an ideal location to explore Pictured Rocks and the surrounding towns. We would highly recommend The Pines!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noreen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is outstanding- a scenic lakehouse on a quiet and clean lake in a safe neighborhood and a private dock with access to kayaks and a boat. Only 5 minutes from downtown Munising and 7 minutes from a major grocery that has anything you could want from a hot deli to full bar. The house is so cozy and loved, there is a tankless hot water heater so we always had hot showers and a gas fireplace with an extra heater on the porch for sleeping under the stars and right next to the lake. So many touches made us feel welcomed. We really loved staying here. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we came up to the UP from illinois for our honeymoon, and we had the BEST time! this house was so perfect & danielle was truly the best host. the house was so cute, cozy, and clean and had everything we needed. we are picky with the air temp in houses, and the AC was 10/10 and kept us nice and cool! we would totally recommend and stay again with danielle!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charlene r.

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

Comfortable little hide away with all the amenities.

Clean, comfortable and inviting. Danielle the owner was very helpful and extremely pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Pictured Rocks

Great location. Clean cute cozy cottage. Easy drive to Munising and to the parks Hosts are very responsive
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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

Hiking

Great location that can be used as a home base for many day hiking excursions or stay back and relax on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Awesome property

The place was beautiful! Me and my family enjoyed it so much. We will defenenitly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia B.

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

Great place to stay for a Pictured Rocks visit

We loved the location on the lake and took advantage of the rowboat to go out on the lake. It is an easy trip to Munising to see the sights and to Marquette. The cottage was very clean and well stocked for everything we needed. The sleeping porch was particularly nice to wake up and look out at the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Fantastic trip

Plan on going back, lots of pike
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Kolbus

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I met my husband Kevin on a "girls" snowmobile trip in February of 2011. I was visiting from Byron in the lower peninsula and he has lived in the Munising area for most of his life. We got to know each other and fell in love via technology (Facebook and phone calls/texting). We were married on Grand Island in July 2012. After living after apart for the first 11 years of our relationship, I was finally able to move up here in March 2022. We love living near all of our properties and being able to work together to give our guests the personal attention and service they deserve. We love sharing this beautiful area with all who come to visit!

Why they chose this property

We have this property because it was included in a package deal from the previous owner of the White Pine Lodge. We love having a cute, little cottage on the water. It is the only property we have in our portfolio that has lake access, so we include couple kayaks and rowboat for guest use. We love being able to offer a heated garage for our winter enthusiasts as well as some beautiful sunsets all year long! While this property is not set up the way we would have preferred, we are trying to make the best of what we have to work with.

What makes this property unique

*Beautiful sunsets
*Heated garage for our winter sports enthusiasts
*Gas fireplace in living room
*4 season room facing the lake
*Paddle boat and row boat available for guest use

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