Naubinway - In Anishinaabe, it means "to gaze in wonderment", which is just what you'll feel compelled to do when you see the beauty of the sandy shores of Lake Michigan at to our beautiful, cozy, guesthouse! Nestled on 3+ acres in the woods along 250'+ of private, sandy beach and neighboring hundreds of acres of national and state forest land, you'll fall in love with the charm of this quaint studio apartment with amenities including large custom windows overlooking the water, Franklin wood stove, vaulted ceilings and skylights, outdoor dining table with propane grill, 4 beach Adirondack chairs with fire pit, and 2 kayaks! Whether you want take a swim or kayak the lake, soak up the sun with your toes in the sand or explore the wilderness next door, gaze across the horizon during sunset or see the stars at night, this property has it all!
The national and state forests bordering the property provides a thriving habitat for wildlife including Bears, Wolves, Bobcats, Mountain Lions, Bald Eagles, Sand Hill Cranes, Deer, and various birds which wander past your windows as you take in the spectacular view of the lake. Settle in for the evening by a cozy fire on the beach and listen to the gentle sounds of Lake Michigan lapping at the shore with the sparkling stars above.
There are miles of trails in the area to explore by foot, horseback, snowmobile, or four-wheel ATV. If fishing interests you, fly-fish some of the finest steelhead and brook trout streams anywhere (we support 'catch-and-release' or 'clean-on-the-river').
Just four miles to the east are two restaurants and to the west enjoy the small fishing village of Naubinway where fresh Whitefish is caught/sold daily. If you've not experienced, the world famous 'U.P. Pastie', stop by any of the roadside shops who advertise... You are sure to fall in love with this Northern Michigan novelty. Groceries, gas, and antique shops are readily available within a short drive.
Being centrally located makes trips to popular northern Michigan destinations a breeze! Here are some examples:
Cut River Bridge and Gorge (10 mins)
St. Ignace, the Mackinac Bridge, and departure to Mackinac Island (30 mins)
Mackinaw City (40min)
Sault Ste Marie and the Soo Locks (1 hr)
Tahquamenon Falls (1 hr)
Manistique and Kitch-Iti-Kipi (1 hr)
Grand Marais (1 hr 10 mins)
Whitefish Point Lighthouse and Lake Superior (1 hr 10 mins)
Munising (1 hr 20 mins)
Pictured Rocks (1 hr 30 mins)
Petoskey (1 hr 30 mins)
Marquette and Presque Isle Park (2 hrs)
Traverse City (2 hrs 30 mins)
We look forward to welcoming you to our unique experience, and trust that you will come back to visit us year after year!
Please Note:
-Guests must bring their own fire wood or collect their own firewood from our property or the state forest to the east. Guests must also refill the grill propane tank to use it if it is empty. The nearest refill station is about 10 miles east at the Sunoco gas station.
-The property is actively monitored with security cameras (no cameras in private guest areas), for the safety of our guests and the property.
-Driving recreational motorized vehicles like ATVs, snowmobiles, etc on the property is forbidden.
-During winter: The outdoor grills and water equipment are not available; the driveway, stairs, and deck may be slippery or icy and may require extra care when using.
-This 3+ acre property has 2 rental listings - one for the Cedar Lodge (the main house) and one for the Cedar Loft (the studio apartment above the detached garage about 60' away). Our other rental, the Cedar Lodge, for reference: https://www.vrbo.com/2367695
-Your stay should in no way be disrupted because of the other rental. Just as they should be respectful of your peace and privacy, please be respectful of theirs. If they are being very loud or disruptive, please let me know so I can mediate. Cedar Loft guests have full beach access through the path between evergreen trees near the Cedar Loft outdoor dining area.
-House Rules: No Smoking; No Pets; No Events/Parties (Unless explicitly allowed by Host); Minimum renter age is 18; Quiet time is enforced from 11pm to 7am; Guest must submit $500 security deposit (processed by Stripe) and sign Renter Agreement via secure OwnerRez portal link within 14 days of booking date or day before arrival date, whichever is earlier. Failure to do so could result in a cancellation of reservation.
