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Paradise Acres- Enjoy the Vibrant Autumn Colors from the Comfort of the Cabin!
Holiday home in Carp Lake with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7167.2 sq m
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Main Floor
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs
1 King Bed
Upstairs
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Garage
Toilet · Shower only
Main Level
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Upstairs
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Paradise Acres- Enjoy the Vibrant Autumn Colors from the Comfort of the Cabin!
PARADISE ACRES
SLEEPS: 7
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 2.5
* 18 ACRES OF WOODS TO EXPLORE
* 2.2 MILES TO PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH ON CARP LAKE
* 10 MINUTES TO MACKINAW
* Surveillance camera on garage facing driveway to monitor snow removal
Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, minutes from Lakes Michigan and Huron and across from Paradise Lake, this secluded log-sided home on 18.48 acres is perfect for outdoors enthusiasts. With state land on two sides, enjoy watching wildlife in a private, wooded setting. The 3-bedroom home features a cathedral ceiling in the living room for an open feel and a sunroom overlooking flower gardens in the large yard. Ideal for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this property offers the best of Northern Michigan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: No Central Air, there is a portable A/C unit for upstairs and ceiling fans in every bedroom, living room, and upstairs common area
ATV's: Not on property
Animals: Bald Eagles (rumored), squirrels, deer, variety of birds, chipmunks.
Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Shower, jetted tub, sink, and toilet
Upstairs: Toilet, sink
Garage: Shower, toilet, sink
Beach/Swimming: Not on property
Bedroom Configurations:
Main Floor:
Master- Queen Size Bed
Upstairs:
Primary Bedroom- King Size Bed
Secondary Bedroom- Twin/Full Bunkbed
*additional sleeping futon in upstairs common area
Boats: None provided but you are welcome to bring a boat
Boat Launch: Paradise Lake Boat Launch is only 5 minutes away! (2.2 miles)
Bugs: Mosquitos can be prevalent seasonally
Cable: Not traditional cable. However, there is Spectrum TV Stream with 85+ channels.
Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty, please use WIFI calling when at property
Coffee Maker: Keurig- k-cups provided
Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 2 hours and 22 minutes (132 miles)
* Traverse City: 2 hours 11 minutes (95 miles)
* Lansing: 3 hours 28 minutes (230 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hours 37 minutes (86 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 11 minutes away (8.2 miles)
* Sturgeon Bay Beach - N. Lakeshore Drive - 12 Miles (18 Minutes)
* Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 8.2 Miles (13 Minutes)
* Wilderness State Park - 12 Miles (20 Minutes)
Dock: Not on property
Drinking Water: Well water. The refrigerator has a filter for water and ice.
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: Electric Fireplace
Fire-pit: Yes
Fishing: Some common fish you will see in the nearby lake are pike, blue-gill, large mouth bass, walleye and perch.
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Golf:
The Mackinaw Club Golf Course 4 min(2.2 miles)
Cheboygan Golf and Country Club 23 min(18.8 miles)
Grill: Propane grill
Grocery Store:
Mackinaw Family Market 7.3(11 min)
Family Fare 29 mi(22 miles)
Carp Lake General Store (2.2 miles)
Heat: Yes, boiler system
Hunting: Not on property
Internet/WIFI: Yes, Spectrum (340 MBPS)
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: 3 to 4 cars w/trailers
Pets: 1 dog allowed. Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.
Privacy: Neighbors not in view
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Paradise Trail Snowmobile Trail
Distance: 0-5 miles
Direct access to the Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trail System.
- Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Cheboygan County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 15-20 miles
- North Central Michigan Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 20-30 miles
Space: 2 story home
Seniors: Welcome, 2 to 3 steps in and 1 bedroom on main floor
Televisions:
Living Room - 65" Smart TV
Upstairs common area- 48" Smart TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes
Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-10 miles
- The Paradise Trail and Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails offer great snowmobiling routes through forests and lakesides.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 10-15 miles
- Petoskey State Park (about 15 miles away) offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails with scenic views.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Lake Michigan and Crooked Lake provide ice fishing opportunities during winter.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 25-30 miles
- Boyne Highlands Resort (about 25 miles away) offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Enjoy winter hiking at Headlands International Dark Sky Park or Petoskey State Park.
Wood: Not provided
SLEEPS: 7
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 2.5
* 18 ACRES OF WOODS TO EXPLORE
* 2.2 MILES TO PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH ON CARP LAKE
* 10 MINUTES TO MACKINAW
* Surveillance camera on garage facing driveway to monitor snow removal
Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, minutes from Lakes Michigan and Huron and across from Paradise Lake, this secluded log-sided home on 18.48 acres is perfect for outdoors enthusiasts. With state land on two sides, enjoy watching wildlife in a private, wooded setting. The 3-bedroom home features a cathedral ceiling in the living room for an open feel and a sunroom overlooking flower gardens in the large yard. Ideal for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this property offers the best of Northern Michigan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: No Central Air, there is a portable A/C unit for upstairs and ceiling fans in every bedroom, living room, and upstairs common area
ATV's: Not on property
Animals: Bald Eagles (rumored), squirrels, deer, variety of birds, chipmunks.
Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Shower, jetted tub, sink, and toilet
Upstairs: Toilet, sink
Garage: Shower, toilet, sink
Beach/Swimming: Not on property
Bedroom Configurations:
Main Floor:
Master- Queen Size Bed
Upstairs:
Primary Bedroom- King Size Bed
Secondary Bedroom- Twin/Full Bunkbed
*additional sleeping futon in upstairs common area
Boats: None provided but you are welcome to bring a boat
Boat Launch: Paradise Lake Boat Launch is only 5 minutes away! (2.2 miles)
Bugs: Mosquitos can be prevalent seasonally
Cable: Not traditional cable. However, there is Spectrum TV Stream with 85+ channels.
Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty, please use WIFI calling when at property
Coffee Maker: Keurig- k-cups provided
Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 2 hours and 22 minutes (132 miles)
* Traverse City: 2 hours 11 minutes (95 miles)
* Lansing: 3 hours 28 minutes (230 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hours 37 minutes (86 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 11 minutes away (8.2 miles)
* Sturgeon Bay Beach - N. Lakeshore Drive - 12 Miles (18 Minutes)
* Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 8.2 Miles (13 Minutes)
* Wilderness State Park - 12 Miles (20 Minutes)
Dock: Not on property
Drinking Water: Well water. The refrigerator has a filter for water and ice.
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: Electric Fireplace
Fire-pit: Yes
Fishing: Some common fish you will see in the nearby lake are pike, blue-gill, large mouth bass, walleye and perch.
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Golf:
The Mackinaw Club Golf Course 4 min(2.2 miles)
Cheboygan Golf and Country Club 23 min(18.8 miles)
Grill: Propane grill
Grocery Store:
Mackinaw Family Market 7.3(11 min)
Family Fare 29 mi(22 miles)
Carp Lake General Store (2.2 miles)
Heat: Yes, boiler system
Hunting: Not on property
Internet/WIFI: Yes, Spectrum (340 MBPS)
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: 3 to 4 cars w/trailers
Pets: 1 dog allowed. Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.
Privacy: Neighbors not in view
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Paradise Trail Snowmobile Trail
Distance: 0-5 miles
Direct access to the Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trail System.
- Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Cheboygan County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 15-20 miles
- North Central Michigan Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 20-30 miles
Space: 2 story home
Seniors: Welcome, 2 to 3 steps in and 1 bedroom on main floor
Televisions:
Living Room - 65" Smart TV
Upstairs common area- 48" Smart TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes
Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-10 miles
- The Paradise Trail and Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails offer great snowmobiling routes through forests and lakesides.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 10-15 miles
- Petoskey State Park (about 15 miles away) offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails with scenic views.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Lake Michigan and Crooked Lake provide ice fishing opportunities during winter.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 25-30 miles
- Boyne Highlands Resort (about 25 miles away) offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Enjoy winter hiking at Headlands International Dark Sky Park or Petoskey State Park.
Wood: Not provided
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About the area
Carp Lake
Carp Lake is home to this holiday home. Mackinaw Bridge Museum and Colonial Michilimackinac Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf. Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.

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What's nearby
- Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
- Mackinaw City Dock - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
- Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
- Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
- Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Keyhole Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
- Dixie Saloon - 11 min drive
- Wienerlicious - 9 min drive
- Darrow's Family Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business 13 years ago, with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business 13 years ago, with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.
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