Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks
Wake up to the quiet of the forest, step out to the lake just feet away, and spend your evenings by the fire under the stars.
With a private dock, peaceful no-wake lake, and cozy wood-burning fireplace, Rainbows Promise is the kind of place guests return to year after year.
If you’re looking to truly unplug, relax, and enjoy the simple beauty of lake life—this is it.
Rainbows Promise – Cozy Lakefront Cabin in the Hiawatha National Forest
Rainbows Promise is a peaceful lakefront retreat set on 3 private acres with 200 feet of shoreline on beautiful Town Lake. Tucked within the Hiawatha National Forest, this cozy cabin offers the perfect blend of quiet seclusion and access to the best of the Munising and Pictured Rocks area.
Just an 11-mile drive through the forest brings you to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, while your time at the cabin feels like a true escape from it all.
The Cabin
This 840 sq ft rustic cabin is designed for comfort, simplicity, and connection to nature.
Main floor bedroom with queen bed Ladder loft with two twin beds great for kids or young adults Log-style futon that converts to a full sleeper Full bathroom with shower Fully equipped kitchen with dining table and additional counter seating Wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings
Whether you’re visiting as a couple or small family, the space is perfect for slowing down and enjoying time together.
The Lake Experience
Town Lake is a quiet, no-wake lake (preferred) ideal for relaxing, paddling, and fishing right from the property.
Private dock Row boat with paddles and life jackets provided Excellent fishing for pike, bass, bluegill, and perch Calm waters perfect for exploring
Bring your catch back to the cabin and cook on the charcoal grill or over the fire.
Outdoor Living
Large stone fire pit for evenings under the stars Peaceful wooded setting with abundant wildlife Dockside lounging and lake views Firewood available for purchase and can be stacked prior to arrival
Spend your mornings with coffee by the water and your evenings listening to the sounds of nature.
Location Located within the Hiawatha National Forest 11 miles to Munising and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Close to Bruno’s Run (9 miles of hiking and biking trails)
You’ll have the perfect balance of remote tranquility and access to area attractions.
Good to Know No-wake lake (no motorized high-speed boating) Row boat provided includes anchor and oars Ladder access to loft
Guests return year after year for the quiet setting, easy lake access, and cozy cabin feel. It’s the kind of place where you can truly unplug, reconnect, and enjoy the outdoors without distraction.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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A signed rental agreement and guest info is required; a credit card may be required for additional security.
Pet fee is per dog (no puppies, cats or other animals); if you have more than 1 dog, please inquire.
If you are staying two weeks or more, cleaning fee and security deposit maybe higher.
Important information
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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
Wetmore
Located on the beach, this cottage is in Wetmore, a neighbourhood in Wetmore. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
Wetmore Lake - 12 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Tacopotamus - 5 min drive
ByGeorge Brewing - 5 min drive
East Channel Brewing Company - 5 min drive
Dairy Queen - 5 min drive
Hardee's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting 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 Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks on 20 May 2026 start from AU$319, 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 Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful Lakefront Cabin w/Dock, Fireplace, Private Setting Near Pictured Rocks located?
Located in Wetmore, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hiawatha National Forest and Wetmore Lake. Swede Lake and Wagner Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The propery was beautiful and somewhat secluded. A perfect location to relax and get away. Close to hiking and the beautiful Lake Superior shoreline. The best of all worlds. We had a wonderfully relaxinf stay
Marie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thanks for the lovely review and we hope you will be back soon!
Lisa and Tom
managers
Cottage is adorable is well equipped. Very quiet, with a beautiful view of the little lake. Short distance to many wonderful sites in the Pictured Rocks area.
Lori W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi Lori,
Thank you for the review, we do appreciate it. We hope to see you back next summer.
Lisa :)
What a charming cottage! Warm and inviting and ready to go. The location was nice, close enough to things to do, but isolated enough to enjoy tranquility.
We were definitely excited to stay here, but even more excited when we pulled up to the space. It’s very private, serene and comfortable. We enjoyed relaxing outside by the water, using the boat for fishing and cooking in the well stocked kitchen. The space is clean and comfortable. We will definitely be back!
What a view! This quaint, rustic cottage boasts a gorgeous view of the lake from its living room window. It is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We spent our days exploring Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, chasing waterfalls and seeing local sights. Our evenings were spent sipping wine by a fire in the beautiful stone fireplace. My husband enjoyed fishing from the dock in the mornings. We would book this cabin again if we returned to the area.
The cabin was cozy, comfortable and clean. We had everything we needed for a relaxing family vacation. The kids had a great time playing on the dock and fishing. We enjoyed the privacy and not being on top of other cabins or houses and the lake was so quiet! Plus day trips to Lake Superior and Lake Michigan were so convenient! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Antonia W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi Antonia,
Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it. We're happy you enjoyed the cabin and area and hope to have you back again next year!
Take care,
Lisa :)
Had a great experience and is a beautiful location. It’s just remote enough for privacy but close enough to multiple activities and sightseeing spots. Well maintained, clean, and easy communication with the owners. We even saw fresh water jellyfish in the lake; don’t worry they don’t stink and are only the size of a quarter, completely harmless. Campfires by the lake at night were a perfect way to end the day.
the inland lake was so peaceful! went fishing in the row boat!! the cabin was very clean. The communication was frequent, specific and spot on.
very smooth, simple and a perfect getaway
we decided to rent the old movie " On golden pond " during our stay.. seemed appropriate !
The cabin was as advertised and more. Situated in Hiawatha National Forest, this cabin had everything we needed for a relaxing trip to the Upper Peninsula. It was a short, 15 min drive to Lake Superior and Pictured Rock Lakeshore. The cabin itself was clean and roomy for a couple. The owner also provided clear instructions for the house and great recommendations for town.
Drexel H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thanks for the lovely review, we appreciate you taking the time and are happy you enjoyed it.
We hope you will return soon!
Lisa
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ajay K.
10 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Cute little cabin surrounded by mosquitoes
The outside features can’t be accessed due to massive swarms of mosquitoes. We literally ran to and from vehicle to avoid them with no success. Deck wasn’t assembled. Very quiet and clean.
Ajay K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thanks for your review, we do appreciate it. The mosquitoes were quite bad this spring for about two weeks as water levels were extremely high from the winter. We are sorry you had to experience them. We don’t have any control over the mosquitoes it’s just a part of nature.
Take care,
Lisa
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
17 Oct 2023
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place but needs some attention.
Check in process was made way more difficult than it needed to be. We rented through VRBO but then was emailed a contract by the owner. A lengthy contract, then she added the pet fee that was included in the VRBO rental. Place needs attention was not very clean. Beds are in horrible shape. Had to clean it ourselves as it was not clean at all.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
This guest booked the cabin for 2 adults only, no pets. He later added on a dog and was charged the pet fee accordingly.
Unfortunately this Guest was indifferent to our rules and policies and didn’t want to pay for his dog so left a poor review in retaliation.
When we reached out to him during his stay to check on him and make sure everything was ok for him he did reply that all was good.
The cabin was clean and checked prior to his arrival and is well maintained. Had he mentioned anything remotely pertaining to an unclean cabin we would have addressed it immediately. They used one bed during their stay and all beds have newer mattresses.
The picture and description of property match perfect. The house was cute and cozy and perfect for what we needed. Communication with the property manager was great and there were no real issues. My only 2 complaints that stopped me from giving 5 stars is the master bed was very uncomfortable, it was very firm and seemed worn out. We actually went and bought a mattress topper so we could continue to sleep in it as well as larger sized cooking pans were not available. It made quit difficult to cook for 4 people, but we managed. The guests that stayed in the loft beds had no real complaints. Other than that the property is clean and well taken care of.
Amanda B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2020
Hi Amanda,
Thanks for leaving a review and we're happy you enjoyed your time! We are just a text or call away for any help that you need. There are plenty of pots and pans, large and small there. They are kept in a couple different places. Mattress is fairly new, so might just be a preference. Feel free to reach out when you have questions
Thanks again,
Lisa
My husband and I had a wonderful stay at this property in mid-August. The cabin is very cozy, well-decorated, and had everything we needed for our stay (towels, kitchen utensils, ect.). The property itself is beautiful and very private. Town Lake is a no-wake lake, so it was very quiet and we felt as if we had the place to ourselves. The property’s dock was underwater during our stay due to high water levels, but Lisa warned us about this in advance. Looking at previous reviews, it seems that this has been an issue in prior years. Hopefully the property owners will upgrade this feature if it continues to be a problem.
The location of the property is perfect if you plan to explore Munising and/or Pictured Rocks (about a 20 minute drive), but still want a Northwoods lake cabin experience. Would highly recommend this property to others, and consider visiting again the future!
Kathleen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2020
Thanks Kathleen! Thanks for leaving a great review and we hope you will be back soon.
Lisa
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Just returned home from a wonderful week at a wonderful cabin in a wonderful location. Rainbow's Promise was adorable, sparking clean and stocked with everything we needed inside (bed linens, towels, kitchen items, toaster, coffee maker, microwave). Additionally, the property was set up for a relaxing stay with a charcoal grill. great firepit, chairs, rowboat (with oars and life jackets) and even a clothesline. We brought our own kayaks and loved launching from the dock. The location was just lovely and conveniently located about 15 miles from Munising MI. There are two small general stores just a bit south of the cabin on Forest Road 13 for essentials. Midland General Store also has an ice cream counter, operated by the friendliest folks! There is a Dollar General on the way to Munising and a full service grocery store in town. We loved visiting some of the numerous water falls in the area and hiking the beautiful trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. We had wonderful trips on Pictured Rocks Kayak Cruises and the Glassbottom Shipwreck Tour. The owner was very easy to communicate with and check in/out was seamless. She even left us a welcome treat. I highly recommend this location to folks who want to experience the Upper Peninsula and visit the amazing Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
Lori M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
Thanks for the amazing review! We hope you will be back again soon!
Lisa and Tom
Managers
Great little cottage! Our son loved the loft.
SO nice having a washer and dryer since we did quite a few adventures, hikes, etc.
Very nice quiet lake. Caught lots of fish.
Put my own trolling motor on the row boat and it was perfect for that lake. Saved me towing something.
Owners/managers were great to deal with.
Loved everything.
The cabin and setting were exactly as advertised and were wonderful. The cabin isn't huge but had plenty of space for our family of 4 and dog to join. The cabin was very clean/uncluttered, the location was great (right by Munising, an hour from Marquette, etc.), and the location was wonderful (quiet, remote, etc.). If you are looking for a place to unwind on a nice lake, with access to the Superior shoreline, and a great owner to work with - this is a place to definitely consider!
Rainbow's Promise cottage was the perfect escape from the chaos of daily life. Situated in the middle of Hiawatha National Forest on a small lake and adjacent to hiking trails, it provided the solitude and natural environment we were looking for. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, golf club, and downtown Munising are only a short drive away. The cottage itself was well-kept and comfortable. We will definitely go back!
Kayla O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2021
Hi Kayla,
Thank you for leaving such a nice review, we do appreciate it! We are happy you enjoyed the cabin and area and hope you come back again soon!
Take care,
Lisa
Hiawatha's Hideaway vacation homes
The property was great! Everything was exactly as described in the listing. We really enjoyed making s’mores in the indoor fireplace (it was raining so we didn’t use the outside one) and the distance from town made it easy to find places to eat or to get to Munising and Pictured Rocks. The management company was great and very helpful. Would definitely go back!
Julie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2020
Thanks for leaving a review, we do appreciate it and hope you will be back again soon!
Take care,
Lisa
Hiawatha's Hideaway vacation homes
Our family hugely enjoyed our time here! We are big fishermen so we couldn't of been happier with the bounty of fish the lake provided us. We stayed one week and caught 30 bass 12"-17" 4 pike and a ton of pan fish. We kept enough for one dinner and released the rest this was a wonderful lake.
The cabin was very clean and provided everything we needed. Highly recommend!
koren K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2021
Thanks Koren,
So happy you enjoyed your time at the cabin and caught some nice fish! We hope you will be back soon!
Take care,
Lisa
Hiawatha's Hideaway vacation homes
Cabin was very nice. Great location, quiet, clean,Convenient to sight seeing, everything we needed for our 4 night stay. Would of liked to sit out on dock but high water levels prevented that. Mosquitos were bad........that’s Michigan for ya. We had a wonderful stay. Would recommend to my friends and possibly visit again. Lisa the property manager was great checking in.
Mary S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2020
Thanks Mary! You guys are welcome back anytime. Nice to chat with you!
Lisa
The cabin was great, very clean & well equipped. The location was great; close to everything we wanted to do (hiking, pictured rocks, etc) yet peaceful and very beautiful...we really enjoyed sitting by the lake.
I recommend arriving during daylight hours as the directions are a little confusing making the cabin hard to find. Also the dock is a little rickety so becareful.
Lisa at Hiawatha Hideway was responsive but warning this property management company is a pain to deal with; we wanted to stay 5 nights but only had the option of staying 4 nights or 7 nights and there was no flexibility when we inquired which meant we had to change our plans. Also they charge extra for every little thing including a couple hundred dollar cleaning fee. It also takes 2+ weeks to refund your security deposit.
Additional Recommendation: more clear driving directions once you turn on Townline Road and directions on using direct tv.
Emily K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi Emily,
Thank you for the review we really do appreciate it! The check in and out days are preset in the Homeaway/Vrbo online calendar. We can do a different check out day when available, but unfortunately the check out day you inquired about (after you already booked) was was not available. The fees are available to you and agreed upon before you reserve the cabin. The cleaning fee is $100 (not $200). Instructions for the TV are located in the binder inside the cabin. The refund is returned within 2 weeks of your departure as is made known to all our guests prior to arrival. Specific driving directions were provided to you prior to your arrival as GPS is not reliable in our remote area. The dock is checked before each guest arrives and although it's weathered looking, it's stable. The firewood is for guests who order ahead. There are many places around the area where you can purchase firewood if you don't want to order ahead. I would've happily answered any questions when I checked in with you after your arrival.
Thanks again,
Lisa
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