Title: Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! - 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 # Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/b8d6380e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/378a4b23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/4a1f3b8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/31b4e1f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24940000/24932300/24932270/3131ac3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Ostrander Lake, Masters Retreat welcomes you with a warm and cozy atmosphere. This ranch-style cottage features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a spacious living area overlooking the lake. Enjoy kayaking or rowing on the lake during warmer months or relax by the fire pit on chilly evenings. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! Masters Retreat -near Pictured Rocks-OPEN ALL YEAR SLEEPS: 6 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 1 \*LAKEFRONT (Ostrander Lake) \*2 KAYAKS, & 1 ROW BOAT (June-September only) \*OPEN YEAR-ROUND (low-profile vehicles are NOT recommended) \*PRIVATE DOCK (June-September only) \*LIMITED SANDY BOTTOM (murky parts) on Ostrander Lake \*PETS ARE WELCOMED \* BRAND NEW BEDS THIS YEAR Open year round! This is a ranch-style cottage with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Each bedroom has a queen size bed with a ceiling fan. Kitchen has a bar, gas range, microwave and refrigerator. In the Living/Dining area there is a nice table which seats 6 overlooking the lake. There is a fabulous with full view of the lake/beach from the whole living room area. Cabin includes Wi-Fi, propane grill, cookware and utensils, coffee pot, linens, washer/dryer, 2 kayaks, rowboat. Most cell phone signals do not work well at this cottage. Still, if have an iPhone, you can connect to the Wi-Fi and access Facetime audio to talk on your cell phone. Winter sports are plentiful here! This is a great jumping off spot for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice climbing or just watching the snow fall on the lake from the comfort of your living room. The walk-out basement is a work in progress. Still, the only reason you may need to venture down is for easier access to the lake (versus walking around the cottage) or to use the updated washer/dryer. \*\*\*\*MAXIMUM ALLOWED OCCUPANTS IS 6 PEOPLE\*\*\*\*The septic system CANNOT handle any more then 6. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS A/C: Air Conditioning has not been needed at Masters Retreat with the beautiful cross-breeze. The ceiling fans help move cool air through the home. Airport: The closest airport is at Sawyer International Airport in Marquette (MQT), 48 miles from the cottage 65 miles to Escanaba (ESC) normally has the best rates. Flying to the Upper Peninsula is rarely at a discount. ATV/ORV: Marquette - Manistique Trail Hiawatha National Forest Bathrooms: One 3-piece bathroom. Beach: Sandy bottom beach on the property. Bedroom Configuration: Bedroom #1: 1 queen size bed Bedroom #2: 1 queen size bed Bedroom #3: 1 queen size bed Boats: Seasonal-2 kayaks and a rowboat are provided for you to use during your stay. There is no boat launch on the lake for larger boats. Cable/Satellite TVs: A Vizio smart tv is available along with Wi-Fi. (Can be spotty, at times) No basic cable at this property. Cell phone service: AT&T works great! For other providers cell service can be very spotty in the Upper Peninsula. Guests with smart phones can use the Wi-Fi for calls. There is a landline at this cottage. Distances: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: Only 25 minutes away on Lake Superior in Munising. Below are just a few of the things that you will find in Munising and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore area. Miners Falls: it is a waterfall located on Miners River in the western portion of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Alger County, Michigan. The falls drops about 40 feet over a sandstone outcrop with a 10-foot crest. Mini Golf: Miners Falls Mini Golf & located in Wetmore the Eagle Falls Adventure Golf Garden Bay Winery: About 40 mins away in Cooks, MI (20 miles west of Manistique) on US Hwy 2. also have a wine tasting room where you can sample their wine. Dock: Seasonal--Yes. Great for gaining access to the water. Very shallow by the dock. Approximately 2 feet. No boat launch or tie up. Fireworks: Not allowed. Fire Pit- There is a fire pit on the property for you to enjoy! Firewood not provided. Fishing: Yes, you can fish on the lake. Most common fish are Yellow Perch, Bass, Bluegill, and more. Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at the Michigan DNR website. Fishing poles: Please bring your own. Grill: A propane grill and propane is provided Grocery Store: Forest Glen General Store, 7445 N Federal Forest Highway 13 906-573-2655 Handicap Accessibility: Ranch style home. Must be able to navigate a couple of stairs to enter the home. Built into a hill so guests must be able to navigate their way down hill to get to the water. Internet: Wi-Fi is available. (Can be spotty, at times) Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels. Parking: Approximately 3-4 cars Midway General Store has an extra area for parking snowmobile trailers, please inquire with them if you need to park your extra vehicle or trailer. Pets: \*Pets are welcome! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet. Privacy: The cabin sits on 3 acres of land and has 200 feet of beach frontage. While you can see other cottages, you feel a nice level of privacy. Space: Low-profile vehicles are NOT recommended, especially between October-May. Travel off paved H-13 and onto a gravel/dirt road. Low-profile vehicles are NOT recommended, especially between October-May. Ranch style cottage with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Ranch style cabin with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Snowmobile: Master's Retreat is right on the snowmobile trails! It's under 2 miles to connect with Trail #7 Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though. Washer and dryer: Yes. Detergent is provided. Winter Activities: \* Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (approx. 10 miles) – Winter hiking, snowshoeing, and stunning views of frozen waterfalls and Lake Superior. \* Grand Island (approx. 5-10 miles) – Ice fishing, snowshoeing, or winter tours on the island (accessible by ferry or private boat). \* Munising Snowmobile Trails (approx. 5-10 miles) – The area offers extensive snowmobile trails in winter. \* Valley Spur Ski Area (approx. 15 miles) – Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. \* Pictured Rocks Winter Ice Climbing (approx. 10 miles) – For experienced climbers, this area offers challenging ice climbing opportunities. Wood: Please plan to bring your own. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87270000/87269500/87269500/2e7fb09d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Town Lake Hideaway: Golden Leaves & Crisp Air – Experience Fall at Town Lake! 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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 is also known as 225705 MASTERS RETREAT On Ostrander Lake 25 minutes to Pictured Rocks! MASTERS RETREAT near Pictured Rocks WIFI Great for snowmobilers! ## 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%7C46.16867%2C-86.61658&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CcEhWmFK1cwO1KAY19gWAAjIWQ4=) Wetmore, MI #### What's nearby - Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Corner Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Ostrander Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Straits Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Toms Lake - 5 min drive - 2.6 km #### Getting around - Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Camel Riders Resort - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Milkweed Inn - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### Where is Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! located? > This family-friendly Wetmore vacation home is located on the waterfront, just steps from Hiawatha National Forest and Ostrander Lake. Corner Lake and Skeels Lake are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Masters Retreat: Cozy Up by the Fire and Enjoy Autumn by the Lake! Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 105 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd B. Jan 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Overall great place to stay, everything was as described. Cabin was very clean and well maintained. Would definitely stay again!! ##### Todd B. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lester H. Jun 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our U.P. vacation Had an awesome week out back away from everything wud definitely recommend this property ##### Lester H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Corri Z. Jan 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place! Maters Retreat house is super cute and was perfect for our group. A cozy atmosphere on a small beautiful lake with a newly renovated upper floor. Snowmobile trails are nearby but decent amount of snow is needed on the main road to get to them. Great place to stay! ##### Corri Z. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William O. Nov 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A much needed getaway..!!! This was our second stay at this location. As was our first stay, everything was wonderful..!!! Clean , cozy, and an absolutely beautiful setting to recharge the "batteries "...Really looking forward to returning here..😊😊 ##### William O. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick G. Jan 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakeside lodge Nice property by lake Cozy in winter Long drive so a 4 wheel drive vehicle may be worth serious consideration ##### Patrick G. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William O. Nov 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Very Needed Northern Getaway..😀 Everything was clean, fully stocked, well kept and in order. My expectations were exceeded..!!! Looking forward to returning here next year WO. ##### William O. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn L. Jan 23, 2020 #### Master Retreat Place was just right are only problem was we could not get out of the driveway due to the snow fall. ##### Carolyn L. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Aug 1, 2016 #### Beautiful lake, cabin, and area! We returned this year, as this is such a beautiful cabin and peaceful lake! So many sites to see around the area or relax swimming, fishing, kayaking, and sitting by the bonfire! Our family was able to have our pup with us, kayaks and a row boat were supplied. The washer/dryer and dishwasher were so helpful! Check in was easy and our preteen kiddos had wifi for gaming after enjoying nature. We loved our time here and highly recommend it! ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect setting. This was a lovely space perfect for our older kids family. Loved the 3 bedrooms with queen beds. The living space and kitchen were all that we needed. We enjoyed the dock and the use of the kayaks and row boat. A very pretty place on a quiet lake with lots of wildlife. Close enough to Munising for groceries and restaurants and all of the Pictured Rock area. Thank you for a lovely stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David A. Aug 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect quiet cabin Very clean and well maintained. It’s a perfect scenic 20min drive from Munising / Pictured Rocks. The kids loved chasing the chipmunks and playing on the dock. Very quiet didn’t hear anything other then a passing car or pontoon boat. Will definitely be coming back next year for our Pictured Rocks vacation. ##### David A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew W. May 24, 2018 #### Nice Cabin As advertised! We stayed on a chilly spring weekend and used the cabin as a base for exploring Pictured Rocks and Hiawatha National Forest. Cabin was clean and comfortable. It would be a great place to stay in the summer and take advantage of the lake as well. We did get to use the fire pit one evening. Overall it was everything we were hoping for. ##### Matthew W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah S. Aug 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and peaceful, with lake views and stars on a clear night! My husband and I just spent a week here it was clean, beds were comfy, the place has everything you need and well stocked with towels and supplies. We didn’t have any issues with Wi-Fi and our cell service was surprisingly better than we expected. The lake view was beautiful, and we loved looking at the stars on the clear nights. So peaceful out there so it was exactly what we wanted. Drive to Munising wasn’t bad either! We will be back to visit this place!! ##### Leah S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie P. Sep 19, 2018 #### Super Clean !!! We had a very peaceful time at the cabin. Nicely secluded & enjoyed our meals outside on the deck. Cabin is very clean upon arrival, bed comfortable. Loved having the windows open, nice breeze thru the house. I would like to suggest a few things needed for kitchen, cutting board, sharp knives. Thank you for sharing your home with us !!! ##### Debbie P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T. Jun 19, 2018 #### It was a nice place. It was clean. Had everything we needed. We had a lot of fun during our week stay. Our 2 sons loved that the lake was small enough they could take the kayaks out themselves to fish. It was pretty good fishing for a smaller lake. The kids enjoyed swimming. It was a very clear lake. We had a question about some supplies and emailed the owners and they responded very quickly where we could find what we needed. We really enjoyed our stay. ❤️ ##### David T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric P. Feb 3, 2016 #### Good place to stay. Close to the snowmobile trails. Clean, and kept. Everything you'd need for a couple days of sledding. Close to the trails. Camel Riders Restaurant is nearby (call for reservations). Wifi is fast, but cell service is horrible (the UP in general falls into that category). There is a house phone but it only dials local. Would stay again. ##### Eric P. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Lake Retreat This home was the perfect lake getaway for our family. The home was clean, well-maintained and just the right size for our family. We used the provided kayaks to explore the lake. The grill came in handy for dinner and the fire pit was perfect for roasting s'mores. Two convenience markets are close by and the town is a short drive to mini-golf, restaurants and sightseeing adventures. We were only there for 2 nights but our family could easily spend a week. If you're looking for a quiet getaway to recharge but also be able to access creature comforts, this is the place for you. My only feedback would be that the directions were a little confusing when finding the house. The gas station name changed (from Holliday to Circle K) and the turn off for the home is about 2 miles past the first convenience market. Overall, we had a great time. Looking forward to planning our next trip there! ##### Karen L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaitlyn E. Sep 15, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Remote Getaway The property was clean, remote, and perfect for our family. The location was great for getting to Pictured Rocks and hiking spots in the UP, but also very remote so you can get away from it all. It was great being able to use the boats, fire pit, and grill on the property. The only thing I would caution against is coming here in the winter, the driveway isn’t paved so it would be difficult to get your car in and out of the driveway. Also, we didn’t receive our rental email, when I called Freshwater Rentals they said Gmail emails had been going to spam so I wish they would’ve called and let me know this since they could see I have a gmail account. It had important information for locating the house (signage could be better) and other check-in details especially since we didn’t get service anywhere in the UP. ##### Kaitlyn E. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle H. Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 4th time there-always awesome!!! Highly reccomend! ##### Kyle H. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather T. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick Stay We only stayed 2 nights but it is a beautiful location off the beaten path and it is as advertised. Very well maintained. Property managers responded very quickly to any questions and also let us know we could check in a few hours early. As they noted, Verizon had zero service but had no issues with wifi. Would definitely stay again. ##### Heather T. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Riley B. Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 stay Great location close to snowmobile trails, comfortable and clean with anything you need! ##### Riley B. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol P. Oct 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax at the lake Beautiful, quiet, relaxing, comfortable . Perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature. ##### Carol P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia S. Jun 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful weekend This was a perfect spot to get away for a quiet and relaxing weekend. It is close enough to Munising to enjoy hikes and the beauty of God, but also nice to just stay at the VRBO, fish and relax. Place was very clean, included all the needed amenities and bonus that we could bring out dog! ##### Julia S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### William O. Jun 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pre Summer Getaway... Overall, everything was nice..A few more 🐜 & insects, than we have dealt with previously but given this time of year, kinda expected. Still a nice get away...The only real quam was our first night there. The adjacent property to our right was full of young people camping in tents, with a generator and motor bikes. However, they left Memorial day...Thank goodness. ##### William O. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brooke S. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Great place Great property, not the greatest communication ##### Brooke S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin S. Mar 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun in the UP We enjoyed Miners Falls, Castle and Beach, Kitchitikipi and Fayette. Lots of places to visit without having to drive very far! I would recommend adding to your listing that you have a duel Keurig, that brews a pot and can use k-cups and also a hairdryer 😉 I would also recommend adding that there are two general stores near the home. One is closed in the office season but the other is open and they were very friendly and had a great selection and they have pizza! It was a great experience! Thank you for the lovely time! ##### Erin S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ## 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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