[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Mackinaw House on Lake Huron Lakefront cottage in Mackinaw City with a water park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993984/689cee66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993984/4ca1a514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993984/0c5d3de4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993984/93f41309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993984/1f17c13a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the Mackinaw House, a charming lakefront cottage nestled on Lake Huron, just 3 minutes south of Mackinaw City. Enjoy incredible views of Mackinac Island and the Mackinac Bridge from the spacious sun room with seating for 10. Unwind in this peaceful retreat decorated with family heirlooms and native wood paneling. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Mackinaw House on Lake Huron Wonderful Family Cottage, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on the shores of Lake Huron. Beautiful views of the Straits of Mackinac and Mackinac Island. This lovely lakefront cottage is located on Lake Huron, 3 minutes south of Mackinaw City. Away from the hustle and bustle of town but close enough for a quick trip for your evening guilty pleasure of Mackinaw fudge or a fresh churned ice cream cone. Enjoy the incredible views of Mackinac Island, Bois Blanc Island and the Mackinac Bridge from the privacy and comfort of the spacious sun room. With seating for 10, it will be the focal point for your family gatherings. There is space for everyone and the room welcomes you to sit back and relax. Play a game of cards, or tell ghost stories - it's a perfect place to reconnect with your family or friends. The cottage was completely remodeled in 2010. Note that the cottage was just painted Blue - we are working on getting those new photos posted. The Mackinaw House is an opportunity to find peace, tranquility, joy and adventure. With a view of one of the world's most beautiful bridges, and Mackinaw Island which is majestically set between Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas our home is a perfect vacation destination. Nestled in Northern Michigan, the Mackinaw House is a safe and charming location for your next visit to the shores of the Straits of Mackinac. The Mackinaw House is a two story structure with an interior decorated with family heirlooms and paneling made from native species of wood. The first floor is inviting and calming with one bed room, a mud room including a washer and dryer, a full kitchen and dining room, a small den, and a full bathroom. The Mackinaw House is a getaway, a true oasis away from the rat race, with stunning sunrises and a palette of colors at sunset. The second floor has a rustic feel with log walls in the family room, two bedrooms and a second bathroom. The walls in the bedrooms are a combination of light cheery colors and knotty pine wood. The family room has a television, couch, and an additional dining room table and hutch. There is a very small kitchenette in the back of the family room. The Mackinaw House was built with our own hands with the intention of creating a lake house with that "welcome home" feel. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. They say "location is everything" and you won't find a better location to enjoy all that Northern Michigan has to offer. If you are interested in star-gazing, the night sky over Lake Huron is beautiful. You can also drive 10 minutes to the Headlands - recently designated as a 'DARK SKY PRESERVE' - one of only a few locations in the USA! This is given to a few special areas that are free of artificial light. The night sky is breathtakingly beautiful! If you love to hike, the area offers the Headlands, Wilderness State Park or Mill Creek - all minutes away. The beautiful Mackinaw to Midland bike trail is easily accessed from the driveway of the cottage. Interested in a little more adventure? Try a kayak tour on the Big Lakes or Parasailing! In the spring, birdwatchers gather from all over the country to catch a glimpse of the incredible hawk migration. Lake Michigan,Historic Fort Michilimackinac and the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, the ferry docks to Mackinac Island - are all minutes away. In the fall, take the color tour through the "tunnel of trees" or enjoy spectacular scenery in the Upper Peninsula, an easy drive across the mighty Mackinac Bridge. There's nothing quite like the sound of bugling elks during mating season at Pigeon River or the mysterious call of the loon on a quiet lake. It's all here! Hunt, fish, hike, canoe, bike - you can do it all or you can just relax with a good book. A vacation at the Mackinaw House is an opportunity for family fun. There is something for everyone where the waters of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron meet. The area is rich in natural beauty, history, and unique opportunities on Mackinaw Island; to visit a place that really is "somewhere in time." Activities within a few miles include golf, hiking, guided tours, jet skiing, parasailing, bicycle paths, sightseeing, lake cruises, local cuisine, Fort Mackinac, horse- drawn carriage rides, historical treasures, state historic parks, butterfly conservatory, ferry boats, and much more. \*We have opted to offer Damage Insurance at the cost of $55 for your stay in lieu of a refundable security deposit. It will be listed under fees as "Damage Insurance". \*WILDLIFE DISCLAIMER\* Coming to beautiful Northern Michigan includes the possibility of wildlife encounters. We have midges, spiders, mosquitos, occasionally black flies and an assortment of other insects. We spray regularly to keep them at a manageble level but we also don't want to damage the fragile ecosystem here. Note that where there is water, there will be spiders. They are very industrious and can build back a knocked down web within a day! They are also great for controlling mosquitos and wasps, which we appreciate. We treasure the wildness of the North and perhaps that is what attracts you. Consider yourself lucky if you catch a glimpse of any of our other wild neighbors - black bear, wolves, deer, elk, coyote, fox, bobcats, porcupine, skunks, raccoons, eagles, hawks, squirrels, chipmunks and mice as well as a massive variety of birds. We ask you to consider this before booking one of our cottages or cabins. The presence of wildlife is part of the experience here and does not warrant a refund. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Porch ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102670000/102669100/102669004/3ada7a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Straits View Shores on Lake Huron Cheboygan - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=102669004&PinnedHotelID=102669004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116237300/116237289/b865144d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private and secluded lakefront 15 minutes from Mackinaw City - Carp Lake Carp Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=116237289&PinnedHotelID=116237289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38270000/38260900/38260855/ae331e34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk To The Lake, Beach, Indoor Waterpark And Downtown Mackinaw City - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 6.2 95 reviews CA $251 CA $563 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=38260855&PinnedHotelID=38260855&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112540000/112534600/112534552/699ee9aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 27-4082290 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Wonderful Lakefront Family Cottage Mackinaw City Wonderful Lakefront Family Mackinaw City Wonderful Lakefront Family Wonderful Lakefront Family Cottage Lakefront, Minutes to Ferry Cottage Lakefront, Minutes to Ferry Mackinaw City Lakefront, Minutes to Ferry Cottage Mackinaw City Wonderful Lakefront Family Cottage 25% discount!! 25% Early Bird discount; Lakefront minutes to Ferry 1012 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.74292%2C-84.65084&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jSzYsgNnERSEcJcHVFaCPuBrPb8=) Mackinaw City, MI #### What's nearby - Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 8.8 km - Mackinaw City Dock - 9 min drive - 10.3 km - Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 9 min drive - 10.3 km - Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 11.0 km - Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 14 min drive - 13.9 km #### Getting around - Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬9 min drive - ‪Wienerlicious - ‬8 min drive - ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Mackinaw House on Lake Huron pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Mackinaw House on Lake Huron? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Mackinaw House on Lake Huron? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Mackinaw House on Lake Huron located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Huron and Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park. 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