Title: Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins Vacation home in Maple City with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113680000/113674000/113673964/83d0c484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113680000/113674000/113673964/8055c233.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113680000/113674000/113673964/w1636h2048x0y0-b15747d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113680000/113674000/113673964/99caa9c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113680000/113674000/113673964/120a3e0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins and take advantage of a firepit, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins Welcome to Michi's Base Camp, a dog-friendly vacation rental located in the heart of beautiful Leelanau County, Michigan. This property ensures that comfort and quality are not compromised when bringing a dog on vacation! šŸ¾ ā˜€ļø Step into an open floor plan featuring a cozy living room complete with a dog cot and a welcoming fireplace. The full kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, including a regular coffee maker, toaster oven, microwave, gas stove, and refrigerator. There is plenty of seating at the kitchen counter with 4 bar stools, perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. This charming rental accommodates up to 4 guests and 2 dogs, with 1 bedroom featuring a queen bed and a computer nook equipped with a desk and chair, ideal for those needing a quiet workspace. The garage has been transformed into a fun game room featuring a twin bed with a twin trundle, a ping pong table, and a table with seating perfect for playing card games or board games. A full bathroom with a walk-in shower and outdoor shower (closes down in the fall) is also available. Located just minutes from Glen Lake and the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, this property is a stone's throw from the National Park, the Leelanau Conservancy, and Palmer Woods. šŸš“šŸ»ā€ā™‚ļø For those seeking biking, hiking, campfires, and tranquility in a beautiful natural wooded setting with easy access to the beaches of Empire and Pyramid Point, this is the perfect spot. Close but not too close to Glen Arbor, Leland, and Traverse City, it offers convenient options for shopping or dining, with award-winning wineries and breweries surrounding the area. šŸ· šŸŒ² With 18 acres of glacier-carved woods to explore, guests and their dogs may never want to leave the property. A fire pit in the meadow, a spacious back patio, fenced dog yard, and a grill provide opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment of the natural splendor. We also have a EV charger if you need to power up before exploring. Dog-friendly. No smoking/vaping. No parties or events. Want to get away but still need to log into work? No problem! Weā€™ve got high speed internet and a dedicated workstation with a view, a 32ā€ monitor, and a Shure USB microphone, perfect for checking in from Base Camp. Donā€™t be surprised if a deer wanders by while youā€™re typing. Due to the location of this property, cell phone service is sketchy but youā€™ll never be out of touch if you ā€œenable WiFi callingā€ on your mobile device. Must sign rental agreement upon booking and upload a copy of your driver license Must submit an $1000 off-platform security hold that will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure, if no damages are reported. Must follow all house rules! Minimum age of 25 years old to book. Smoking is not allowed. Up to 2 dogs allowed with a pet fee Missing or damaged towels, sheets, quilts, blankets, pillows will be charged to guest at replacement cost. Quiet time is from 11pm-7am daily. No unapproved parties or events. No fireworks. Please park on the cement or gravel area only. No parking or driving on grass or edges is allowed due to possible irrigation and septic damage. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114130000/114122000/114121960/f321428a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Picturesque Home in Maple City w/ a Large yard, Great views, near Lakes & Trails Maple City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=114121960&PinnedHotelID=114121960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78310000/78302100/78302086/74e0e18b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your Fall Retreat Awaits at the Old Mountain House Cedar - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=78302086&PinnedHotelID=78302086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70220000/70218100/70218067/add4da1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleeping Bear Stunner - privacy and gorgeous views Maple City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=70218067&PinnedHotelID=70218067&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88420800/88420738/92ff3948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Annex Pet Friendly Waterfront Cottage within walking distance to Glen Arbor! 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Must follow all house rules! Up to 2 dogs allowed with a pet fee, Parties and Smoking is not allowed. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Up to 2 dogs maximum with a $100/pet fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6db45x ## About the area Maple City is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Maple City travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Maple-City.dx6055305) [View more Vacation homes in Maple City](https://www.expedia.ca/Maple-City-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6055305-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.88647%2C-85.92300&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ajgYqatnBPYhMC-B_NoRmntXV7s=) Maple City, MI ### What's nearby - Glen Lake - 8 min drive - 4.8 km - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 18 min drive - 10.1 km - Little Glen Lake - 19 min drive - 15.5 km - Crystal River - 20 min drive - 14.8 km - Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 30 min drive - 22.4 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 41 min drive ### Restaurants - ā€ŖCherry Republic - ā€¬10 min drive - ā€ŖPegtown Station - ā€¬12 min drive - ā€ŖThe Mill - ā€¬9 min drive - ā€ŖArt's Tavern - ā€¬10 min drive - ā€ŖBoonedocks - ā€¬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins located? > Situated in Maple City, this vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Glen Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Crystal River. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lime Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Michi's Base Camp: Your Dog-Friendly Escape Begins Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa R. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful place in the woods Loved everything about this place. It is thoughtfully appointed and the pup loved being there too. ##### Lisa R. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah C. Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Getaway! We had an amazing stay with our dog and one year old in tow! Michiā€™s base camp was perfect for a family getaway with easy access to road and mountain biking, hiking and a quick drive into town. Super baby and dog friendly! There were so many thoughtful touches to make you feel at home. Our hosts also provided great ideas of places to visit and see! Our only recommendation would be to have a pack and play crib and highchair available so we didnā€™t have to bring ours.Would definitely stay again and recommend !! ##### Leah C. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. Jun 22, 2025 #### If we could give Michiā€™s Base Camp 11 stars out of five, we would!! Loved it! Michiā€™s Base Camp is a beautiful and comfortable home close to Glenn Arbor. As branded, it is extremely dog friendly, and even has a large fenced in play area for those of us with imperfect recall from our furry friends. There are lovely forest paths behind the house to explore and the downtown area is close by and has lots of restaurants, shops, and bars. Super close to large beautiful lakes, bike trails, and running paths. The owners also have a collaboration with the Blustone Vineyards - guests receive a gift box with two bottles of wine - we went to the winery and had a great time! Finally, the amenities at the house include a fire pit and back porch with gas heaters and a solo stove - perfect for hanging out in the evenings to watch the stars. We canā€™t wait to go back to experience other seasons!! ā™„ļø ##### Jennifer S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy W. Apr 9, 2025 #### Stunning house, picture perfect views and lots of fun activities nearby!! The house is stunning and the views are picture perfect!! The location and size of the property made it seem like we had our own little private section of the woods. Every morning and evening we had a front row seat for nature viewing, watching wild turkeys and deer wandering through the yard. It was early spring so we spent time hiking on the nature trails at Sleeping Bear Dunes (15 minutes away) and hope on our next visit that we can take advantage of the mountain biking at Palmer Woods (5 minutes away). Even in rainy weather we were able to enjoy this beautiful location. The hosts have provided a ping pong table and board games that my teenage son had a blast playing and I enjoyed curling up with a book by the fireplace. The hosts did all the research for us and left suggestions for the best restaurants and vineyards in the area. I also enjoy cooking some of our meals and appreciated the full kitchen. Itā€™s the first time cooking on vacation that I didnā€™t want for anything including all types of pans, mixing bowls, and measuring cups. We had a great time and I highly recommend Michiā€™s Base Camp!!! We will definitely book this location again and again! ##### Amy W. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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